Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV or V

Texas Department of Transportation; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking agency as a Transportation Engineer, where you can tackle diverse projects while enjoying a healthy work-life balance. This role offers the chance to engage in advanced engineering work within a supportive environment that values growth and development. With flexible work hours and comprehensive benefits, you will contribute to impactful projects that enhance transportation systems in the San Antonio District. If you are self-motivated and eager to grow your career in transportation engineering, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful difference in your community.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

100% Health Premiums for Full-Time Employees

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Experience in transportation engineering and design is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced transportation engineering tasks across various projects.
• Assist Project Managers with design, plan preparation, and reports.

Skills

Transportation Engineering

Project Development

Design

Compliance with Laws

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Engineering Design Software

Survey Equipment

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV or V (2403608)

Are you an engineer seeking the perfect blend of challenging projects, great work-life balance, and unbeatable benefits? Look no further! The San Antonio District is looking for talented Transportation Engineers to join the District’s Central Design Section. This engineer will work on a variety of projects in the twelve-county area of the District. The ideal candidates are self-motivated with the willingness to learn and grow within the field of transportation engineering design. TxDOT offers great benefits, work-life balance, and opportunity for advancement! Come make a difference with us in the San Antonio District!

Annual Salary Ranges

• Transportation Engineer I (B24) - $65,104- $106,634
• Transportation Engineer II (B25) - $69,572- $114,099
• Transportation Engineer III (B26) - $76,530- $129,430
• Transportation Engineer IV (B27) - $84,182- $142,374
• Transportation Engineer V (B28) - $92,600- $156,612

This position is for multiple Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV or V. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Work Locations

San Antonio District Hdqtrs 4615 NW LOOP 410 San Antonio 782290928

Other Locations: UST-Texas-New Braunfels

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Shift

Day Job; Mon-Fri; 8-5; Flexible Work Hours, May work outside of normal shift hours Onsite with Remote for 2 days

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.

Responsibilities

Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and research. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

• Assists Project Managers with design, computer operations, plan preparation, plan updates, project development reports, survey requests and correspondence.
• Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience: (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer*
• If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification.
• For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.

*Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of Texas, must (1) meet the license requirements of the State of Texas Engineering Practices Act, (2) obtain a professional engineering license from the State of Texas within six (6) months of the date of hire, and (3) sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Subject to noise
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.