Transportation Engineer III, IV- Materials and Tests Division

The Materials and Tests Division (MTD) delivers statewide service and technical expertise in materials quality and technology to support the Texas transportation system. MTD is comprised of multiple sections and labs:  Quality Assurance, Structural Materials Operations Section, Structural Materials Field/Engineering Section, Coatings, Calibrations, and Traffic Materials, Flexible Pavements, Asphalt Binder, and Rigid Pavement and Concrete Materials. We are seeking Transportation Engineers to join our state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and work alongside industry-leading experts. 

• Transportation Engineer III, B26 $72,530 - $129,430
• Transportation Engineer IV, B27 $84,182- $142,374

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• Retirement Plans

• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules

• Paid Leave and Holidays

• Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees

• On-the-Job Training

• Tuition Assistance Program

• Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

• Career Development and Advancement Opportunities

• Family-Friendly Policies and Programs

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.

For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package

To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Transportation Engineer III

Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

 Transportation Engineer IV 

Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and/or [research]. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer III:

• Evaluates the performance of new transportation products.
• Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies.
• Investigates materials failures or fabrication problems; reviews test data and assists in determining cause of failing materials.
• Serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
• Performs engineering analysis of statewide materials conditions and develops reports
• Writes reports, specifications and test procedures.

Transportation Engineer IV

All the above and: 

• Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
• Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.
• Provides assistance and technical support to districts, divisions and the FHWA in matters concerning bridge maintenance.
• Provides information regarding innovative and experimental technologies to department personnel.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Transportation Engineer III - 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience

Transportation Engineer IV - 7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience

Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

- Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.

- Licensed Prof Engineer*

*Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas,must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.

Competencies:

Transportation Engineer III

Considerable knowledge of:

• Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development

Expert skill in:

• Research and analysis methodologies

Proficient skill in:

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees 
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others 
• Evaluating products, equipment and material 

Other Attributes:

• Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external employees

Transportation Engineer IV

all of the above and:

Considerable knowledge of: 

• Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
• Risk analysis procedures and methods
• Budgeting methods and procedures

Proficient skill in: 

• Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment

 Physical Requirements

• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Subject to noise
• Subject to vibration
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts

 Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. 
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
 

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

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