Transportation Engineer (Civil) (JC-500370)

Southern Arkansas University; California (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A public university is looking for Transportation Engineers to perform engineering duties within the North Region Division of Project Development and Construction. Responsibilities include working under supervision in both office and field environments, applying Caltrans standards and policies. The role requires travel and a valid California driver's license when operating state vehicles. This position supports work-life balance and job security while encouraging innovation in engineering tasks.

Qualifications

• Valid California driver's license required.
• Understanding of Caltrans standards and policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering duties in office or field environments.
• Supervised by Branch Chief or Senior Transportation Engineer.
• Complete various transportation engineering tasks.

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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