Roadway Designer - Transportation Engineer Tech I

Texas Department of Transportation; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Flexible schedules

Paid leave & holidays

Health premiums

On-the-Job Training

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Career development

Family-friendly policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation seeks a Roadway Designer to support planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects in Texas. You will contribute to safe, constructible designs and collaborate with project engineers to meet milestones.

The role emphasizes detailed design work, field data collection, and adherence to industry standards. Onsite work with potential travel supports a flexible, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in transportation design and workflows for roadway projects.
• Ability to interpret design standards and specifications for civil infrastructure.
• Detail-oriented approach to ensure constructible designs and accurate data collection.

Responsibilities

• Develop transportation design plans using OpenRoads Designer and other software.
• Assist in preparing roadway, drainage, utility, and traffic control plans per standards.
• Coordinate with engineers and designers to meet milestones and deadlines.
• Perform site visits to collect data, verify conditions, and assess constructability.

Skills

Roadway design

OpenRoads Designer

Collaboration

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Job Description - Roadway Designer - Transportation Engineer Tech I (2602181)

Job Description

Roadway Designer - Transportation Engineer Tech I - ( 2602181 )

Position Information

Join Our Team and Help Shape the Future of Transportation

We are seeking motivated and detail-oriented Designer to support the planning, design, and delivery of transportation infrastructure projects. Ideal candidates will possess strong technical design skills, demonstrate a commitment to quality, and thrive in a collaborative environment focused on delivering safe and constructible transportation solutions

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Develop transportation design plans and project deliverables using OpenRoads Designer and other engineering software
• Assist in the preparation of roadway, drainage, utility, and traffic control plans in accordance with industry standards and specifications
• Coordinate with project engineers, designers, and technical staff to ensure project milestones and deadlines are achieved
• Conduct project site visits to gather data, verify conditions, and evaluate constructability concerns

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide variety of programs that include wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Minimum Salary

40,918.00

Maximum Salary

61,130.00

Pay Basis

Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Travel

Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hrs./Week Location Flexibility : Onsite

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 viewbenefitsavailable to all State of Texas employees visit:Benefitsat a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)

Performs basic design work and calculations. Performs field work; uses automated systems. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.