SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Caltrans; Stockton (CA); Hybrid; USD 128,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid telework

Job summary

Caltrans is seeking a Senior Transportation Engineer, Supervising, to lead the Construction Engineering Office Unit for District 10 in San Joaquin County. You will plan and direct Change Order reviews, estimates, records management, and project closeout for complex transportation construction projects.

The role may include telework; employees may be required to report to the headquarters as needed. Candidates must hold a Civil Engineering Certificate and a Civil PE license, plus a valid driver’s

Qualifications

• Civil Engineering Certificate is required; provide a copy prior to hire.
• Professional Engineering License (Civil) is required.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required for operating a State vehicle.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required; must be two pages, 12-point font, and address listed criteria.

Responsibilities

• Directs, plans, and coordinates Change Order review, estimates, records management, claims handling, and project closeout for high‑difficulty transportation construction.
• Leads the Construction Engineering Office Unit staff under general direction to execute district projects.
• Supervises construction engineers and personnel involved in district construction activities.
• Ensures compliance with policies and procedures and supports telework arrangements as applicable.

Education

Civil Engineering Certificate

Professional Engineering License (Civil)

Driver's License

Job description

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free workplace. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.

Position Details

Job Code #

JC-537717

Position #(s)

910-501-3161-XXX

Working Title

Senior Transportation Engineer, Supervising

Classification

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS

Salary

$11,437.00 - $14,315.00 S

# of Positions

Multiple

Work Location

San Joaquin County

Telework

Hybrid

Job Type

Permanent, Full Time

Department Information

Caltrans Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation. Caltrans Vision: A thriving and connected California. The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov Director’s EEO Policy : https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity

Job Description And Duties

Under the general direction of a Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Construction Engineer directs the work of and supervises the personnel of the Construction Engineering Office Unit. The incumbent will be responsible for the planning, directing, and coordinating Change Order review, estimates, records management, claims, bidder inquires, additional funds requests and project closeout of high difficulty relating to transportation construction and engineering for District 10 Construction. The Senior Transportation Engineer must execute the portion of the Caltrans construction activities assigned and is accountable for the performance of the assigned construction employees.

Personal Leave Program: Effective July 1, 2025, state employees are subject to temporary salary reductions ranging from 2% to 4.62% in exchange for Personal Leave Program (PLP) hours. Please note that the salary ranges listed in this Job Control may not reflect these reductions associated with the 2025 Personal Leave Program. Please follow the link for more information regarding the 2025 Personal Leave program: http://hrmanual.calhr.ca.gov/Home/ManualItem/1/2113 .

This position may be eligible for telework. The amount of telework is at the discretion of the Department and based on Caltrans’s evolving telework policy. Caltrans supports telework, recognizing that in-person attendance may be required based on operational needs. Employees are expected to be able to report to their worksites with minimum notification if an urgent need arises. The selected candidate will be required to commute to the headquartered location as needed to meet operational needs. Business travel may be required, and reimbursement considers an employee’s designated headquartered location, primary residence, and may be subject to CalHR regulations or applicable bargaining unit contract provisions. All commute expenses to the headquartered location will be the responsibility of the selected candidate.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans exam. For those who do not have current eligibility (e.g., transfer, permissive reinstatement, or voluntary demotions) and/or who will be new to state civil services employment, you must be on the state examination list to be eligible for these positions. To apply for the exam, please click here and search by typing in the classification title.

You will find additional information about the job in the Duty Statement.

Special Requirements

• The position(s) require(s) a(n) Civil Engineering Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
• Possession of a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a Statement of Qualifications will disqualify candidates from the hiring process. The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate's ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. You must include specific examples addressing each of the evaluation criteria listed below. The SOQ must not exceed two (2) pages in length and written in no less than 12-point font. Each evaluation criteria must be addressed separately and in order. Resumes, letters, and other materials will not be considered as your response to the SOQ. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing (including presentations) and competently represent the Department to management, local agencies, and the public.

• Provide examples of managing complex and varying tasks and ability to anticipate situations and the implications of decisions, take appropriate actions and prepare contingencies.
• Provide examples that demonstrate your experience and ability to develop, maintain, and strengthen partnerships with others inside and outside of the organization through communication and collaboration.
• Provide examples that demonstrate your knowledge and application of effective supervision and leadership skill in directing the work of a project staff.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent. Please visit either of the following two websites for a list of evaluation agencies: https://www.naces.org/members or https://aice-eval.org . Please redact birth dates and social security numbers.