Assistant Area Engineer - El Paso District - West Area Office

Texas Department of Transportation; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 101,860 - 172,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid 100%

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development Opportunities

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking an Assistant Area Engineer to oversee office operations and construction projects in El Paso. This role involves supervising personnel, solving public issues, and ensuring the safety of roadways in the region. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive experience in transportation engineering, with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Licenses: Valid driver’s license; TX Lic Prof Engr required.
• 4 years of transportation engineering experience is necessary.
• Applicable inspection methods and procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Supervises area office operations and construction projects.
• Conducts meetings and determines costs for projects.
• Inspects roads and coordinates construction scheduling.

Skills

Public relations

Analyzing and organizing data

Applying engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Job description

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Assistant Area Engineer

Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. 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.

• Assists Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project as required responds for emergency situations/conditions to assist with office activities.
• Conducts pre-construction, Employee Forum and/or safety meetings.
• Determines quantities and estimates cost.
• Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects.
• Monitors traffic control plans.
• Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and/or provides them on the job training.
• Prepares and/or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements.
• Prepares and/or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports.
• Resolves public complaints.
• Reviews plans prepared by area office personnel; checks designs, specifications and estimates.
• Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Assistant Area Engineer

Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. 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.

Essential Duties:

• Assists Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project as required responds for emergency situations/conditions to assist with office activities.
• Conducts pre-construction, Employee Forum and/or safety meetings.
• Determines quantities and estimates cost.
• Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects.
• Monitors traffic control plans.
• Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and/or provides them on the job training.
• Prepares and/or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements.
• Prepares and/or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports.
• Resolves public complaints.
• Reviews plans prepared by area office personnel; checks designs, specifications and estimates.
• Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience: 4 years transportation engineering. (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 at the time of application. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• TX Lic Prof Engr (Licensed Professional 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:

Extensive knowledge of

• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques.
  
  

Considerable knowledge of

• Construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures.
  
  

Expert skill in

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
  
  

Proficient skill in

• Supervising technical staff.
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
• Analyzing and organizing business and technical data.
• Communicating technical information effectively.
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals.
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• 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
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.
  

Position Information

Are you a licensed civil engineer ready to make a regional impact on the future of transportation in the 6th largest city in Texas? Then consider applying for this top spot in West Texas! TxDOT's El Paso District is looking for an Assistant Area Engineer to work out of our West Area Office. As an Assistant Area Engineer, you'll help supervise the Area Office, with a staff of 50 employees, overseeing construction projects of all sizes that will shape the state's transportation system. You will also help oversee day to day maintenance activities ensuring are roadways are safe for travel. Work involves project management and oversight of construction methods to build roadways, bridges, and related structures, as well as coordinating with local agencies. If you enjoy managing, multitasking, and problem-solving in a fast-paced environment with the ability to work in the field and in an office setting, this opportunity is for you!

El Paso manages an average of $600 million in projects at a district level and provides extensive internal professional growth opportunities.

Not familiar with the El Paso District? Click here to learn more: El Paso District Video

Salary Range for this position:

Assistant Area Engineer - B29 - $101,860.00 - $172,272.00

Benefits And Perks

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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Manager

Job Posting

May 29, 2025, 6:00:50 PM

State Job Title/s

Director IV

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

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.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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