Transportation Engineer (Civil) (JC-500370)

Austincc; California; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Caltrans seeks a Transportation Engineer to perform engineering duties in North Region Division of Project Development and Construction. Tasks include applying Caltrans standards, manuals, and software, with travel required. Location implies California-based field and office work.

The role reports to a Senior Transportation Engineer and may involve duties in either Project Development or Construction seasons, typically spring through fall, with tasks varying by assignment.

Qualifications

• Engineering tasks of average difficulty performed under Caltrans standards.
• Ability to apply manuals, guidelines, policies, and computer software as required.
• Travel is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Perform transportation engineering tasks in office or field environments.
• Work under supervision of a Senior Transportation Engineer or Area Construction Engineer depending on assignment.
• Adhere to Caltrans standards and procedures while delivering project development or construction work.

Job description

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Apply by: 12/28/2025

All applications must be submitted through the external link on Calcareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Transportation Engineers perform engineering duties throughout North Region Division of Project Development and Construction. Based on annual workload, delivery commitments, and seasonal needs, incumbent may be assigned by the Department to a variety of positions in an office or field environment. When working in Project Development, incumbent will be under the direct supervision of a Branch Chief, a Senior Transportation Engineer. When working in Construction, incumbent will be under the direct supervision of an Area Construction Engineer, a Senior Transportation Engineer, in a field environment during the Construction season (typically late Spring through early Fall, as necessary to complete assigned tasks). In either environment, the incumbent will perform various transportation engineering tasks of average difficulty accomplished through understanding and applying Caltrans standards, manuals, guidelines, policies, directives and computer software applications. Travel is required. A valid California drivers license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.

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