Assistant Area Engineer - San Angelo

Texas Department of Transportation; Sanza; In loco; EUR 40.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

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A state transportation agency in Italy is seeking an Assistant Area Engineer to oversee construction and maintenance activities in the San Angelo Area Office. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 4 years of relevant experience, and be a licensed Professional Engineer. This full-time role requires strong leadership skills and knowledge of transportation engineering principles.

Servizi

Retirement plans

Alternative and flexible work schedules

Health premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees

Tuition assistance program

Competenze

• 4 years in transportation engineering, full-time or prorated part-time.
• Valid driver's license required for driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer.

Mansioni

• Oversee construction and maintenance activities across multiple counties.
• Assist the Area Engineer with project planning and scheduling.
• Monitor traffic control plans and safety regulations.

Conoscenze

Preparation, review and compliance with plans

Inspection methods and procedures

Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

Application of engineering principles

Public relations and effective communication

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science

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Job Overview

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) seeks an Assistant Area Engineer in the San Angelo Area Office to oversee construction and maintenance activities across seven of the district's fifteen counties.

Essential Duties

• Assist the Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project.


• Respond to emergency situations to assist with office activities.


• Conduct pre‑construction, employee forum and safety meetings.


• Inspect roads, monitor maintenance activities and coordinate scheduling of maintenance with construction projects.


• Stay abreast of transportation design innovations, laws, regulations and policies.


• Monitor traffic control plans.


• Plan and schedule the work of construction personnel and provide on‑job training.


• Prepare and recommend field changes and supplemental agreements.


• Prepare and review monthly and final estimates and construction reports.


• Resolve public complaints.


• Review plans prepared by office personnel; check designs, specifications and estimates.


• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

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

Experience: 4 years in transportation engineering (full‑time or prorated part‑time). Related graduate education may substitute for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license; position requires driving a state vehicle.


• Licensed Professional Engineer.


• Engineers licensed in another U.S. state but not yet licensed in Texas must meet Texas requirements, obtain a Texas license within six months, and agree to this condition.

Competencies

• Preparation, review and compliance with plans, specifications and estimates.


• Inspection methods, procedures and techniques.


• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules and regulations.


• Construction engineering policies and procedures.


• Application of engineering principles and methods.


• Supervision of technical staff.


• Public relations and effective communication.


• Managing financial and personnel resources.


• Logical reasoning and decision making.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work: lift up to 10 lbs; may carry files and small tools.


• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs; frequent lifting of objects up to 10 lbs.


• Standing for prolonged periods.


• Repetitive motions; substantial wrist, hand, finger movements.


• Close visual acuity: work includes data, figures, computer screens, extensive reading.

Conditions of Employment

• Must pass a drug test prior to employment; random drug testing may occur.


• Required to work weekends and holidays.


• Required to work hours outside 8 a.m.–5 p.m.


• Required to wear personal protective equipment and comply with safety requirements.


• Required to work in inclement weather.

Position Information

Location: San Angelo Area Office. The role supports construction and maintenance across seven counties.

Work Schedule

Mon‑Fri, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Benefits and Perks

• 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.

Employment Details

Job type: Standard, Full‑time, Regular employee, Manager level (Director IV). Job posting: Oct 23, 2025.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.