ROADWAY DESIGN TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 4* -10132026-81654

Tennessee Department of Transportation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

The Tennessee Department of Transportation seeks Roadway Design Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 to support project teams in Davidson County. You will apply TDOT specifications, policies, and procedures to roadway design elements, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure safety and cohesion across projects.

You will continuously evaluate performance indicators, mentor teams, and translate technical concepts into clear designs while aligning with TDOT’s Asset

Qualifications

• Education from an accredited institution is required.
• Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering, Construction PM, or CIM is accepted.
• Experience requirements vary by Specialist level (1–2+ years).

Responsibilities

• Define scope of roadway design elements using the PDN process and prepare roadway deliverables.
• Incorporate Quality Management into all design outputs and resolve comments from QC reviews.
• Provide roadway designs using engineering software and assess permits and traffic control.
• Support safety and risk mitigation through context-sensitive design concepts and coordination.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to project stakeholders and share knowledge with teams.
• Stay current on roadway design practices, specs, and innovative construction methods.

Skills

Engineering principles

Computers & software literacy

Technical writing

Effective communication

Time management

Critical thinking

Learning ability

Instructions following

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management

1 year of demonstrated competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

2 years of demonstrated competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

1 year of demonstrated competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects (alternative for Specialist IV pathways)

Job description

Location: Davidson County

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job Type: Full-Time

City, State: Nashville, TN

Department: Transportation

Salary (Monthly) $5,703.00 - $7,399.00

Salary (Annually) $68,436.00 - $88,788.00

LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DAVIDSON COUNTY

These positions are in Region 3 - Pre-construction and Utilities - Roadway Design section.

For more information, visit the link below: https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/RegionalPreconstruction-RoadwayDesign-DesignTransportation-EngineeringSpecialist.pdf

The starting salary for these positions is $6,732 monthly/$80,784 yearly.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (Education must be from an accredited institution.)

Transportation Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management

Transportation Engineering Specialist 2: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Transportation Engineering Specialist 3: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Transportation Engineering Specialist 4: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 3 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Overview

The Roadway Design Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 supports Project Teams, technical Divisions, and Region Operations through the application of Department specifications, policies, technical guidance, and procedures into the design of roadway-related assets. This position collaborates with technical disciplines and Project Teams to prioritize safety and cohesiveness for roadway design elements in support of TDOTs project delivery process.

The Roadway Design Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 continuously evaluates performance indicators to implement acquired knowledge into the design of roadway elements, mitigating the Departments risk and increasing performance as part of fulfilling TDOTs strategic vision.

The Roadway Design Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders, including Project Teams, TDOT Divisions, Regions, and contractors to facilitate the transformation of critical project control activities into a quality deliverable that aligns with the goals of the Asset Management Division. This position must effectively articulate roadway concepts through training, mentoring, and collaborating as part of a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for Project Teams by applying the Project Delivery Network (PDN) to defining the scope of work related to roadway design elements; completing roadway plans and all roadway-related deliverables through all Stages of the PDN process and in alignment with the projects scope, schedule, and budget; and ensuring all pay items and associated costs are accurately accounted for in the project estimate related to roadway elements.
• Integrate Quality Management into all deliverables for the purpose of proactively addressing plan errors, avoiding ROW delays, and minimizing change orders. Address and resolve all comments obtained from Quality Control reviews.
• Provide designs for roadway elements using engineering software, including vertical and horizontal geometrics, open channel flow designs for flows less than 500 cfs, closed stormwater systems, erosion protection and sediment control, signing and pavement marking, address permit assessments, collaborate and create permit sketches, and traffic control; make determinations regarding project footprints in coordination with TDOT Environment and Right-of-Way Divisions.
• Assist in ensuring design decisions are focused on safety and risk mitigation by presenting potential context-sensitive design concepts and implementing strategies that improve road safety, including the collaboration of roadway safety features with HQ and Region Traffic Design, the development of work zone impact management strategies, implementation of Highway Safety Access Manual, and traffic control concepts based on input from Region Traffic Operations, and the implementation of acquired knowledge.
• Provide exceptional customer service to project stakeholders by facilitating the sharing of acquired knowledge with Project Teams, providing prompt assistance for roadway concerns, exercising effective listening skills, and communicating effectively.
• Remain current and engaged on roadway design related elements, changes to specifications, and innovative construction practices. Research national best practices to optimize designs, methodologies, and safety considerations.

Competencies (KSA's)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies (KSACs):

The required KSACs for Engineering Specialist include:

• Knowledge of engineering principles, potentially within a specific discipline as they relate to transportation projects
• Knowledgeable in the use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Skilled in basic technical writing
• Ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed
• Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions
• Ability to learn technical concepts and apply those concepts to work
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Ability to conduct work with a high degree of accuracy

Additional KSACs for Engineering Specialist II and III include:

• Skilled in strong technical writing
• Ability to work within a project team
• Ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed

Additional KSACs for Engineering Specialist IV include:

• Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
• Ablity to coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team to proactively identify and resolve complex, multidisciplinary issues which may impact project scope, schedule, and/or budget