Transportation Engineer I, II or III with the Dallas District Maintenance Office

Txdot; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Engineer I, II, or III for the Dallas District Maintenance Office. This role involves overseeing maintenance contracts, assisting in budget management, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in engineering and relevant experience. Join a recognized team dedicated to maintaining Texas roads and infrastructure.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums paid at 100%

Tuition Assistance Program

Holistic Wellness Program

Career Development Opportunities

Family-Friendly Policies

Qualifications

• 4 years engineering or related experience for Engineer I.
• 5 years for Engineer II, 6 years for Engineer III.

Responsibilities

• Assists in overseeing contracts and monitoring construction schedules.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Performs data collection and analyses.

Skills

Public relations

Pavement maintenance

Calculations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I, II or III with the Dallas District Maintenance Office (2501342)

Job Description

Transportation Engineer I, II or III with the Dallas District Maintenance Office - ( 2501342 )

Position Information

Experience the Dallas District through the eyes of our Maintenance Department team members by assisting in the development of the District 4-Year plan, preparing and reviewing routine maintenance contracts, overseeing responsibilities of the District seal coat plan development, and assisting in the development and management of District Maintenance budgets.

If you are a motivated and proactive Engineer that strives to build working relationships with area engineers across the state and work hand in hand with section supervisors and contract specialists to meet the needs of the Dallas District, then we encourage you to apply today! With the second highest maintenance budget in the State, be a part of the highly recognized Dallas District Maintenance group and apply today.

Salary Range for Each Position Level:

Position Title: Salary Grade / Range: Transportation Engineer I B24: $65,104.00 - $106,634.00 Transportation Engineer II B25: $69,572.00 - $114,099.00 Transportation Engineer III B26: $76,530.00 - $129,430.00

This position is for one (1) Transportation Engineer I, II or III depending on business needs and the applicants' qualifications. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicants' work experience, education, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary

: 65,104.00

Maximum Salary

: 129,430.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

: Dallas District Headquarters 4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80 Mesquite 75150

Travel

: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Hours a Week, Monday through Friday 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 view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit:Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Transportation Engineer I
Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Transportation Engineer II
Performs complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Transportation Engineer III
Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties For a Transportation Engineer I, II and III:

• Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
• Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies.
• Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
• Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional Duties For a Transportation Engineer II and III:

• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.

Additional Duties For a Transportation Engineer III:

• Evaluates and makes recommendations for developing, monitoring, and updating integrated project plans and schedules so that projects may be executed in the most efficient and effective manner possible.

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Experience:

Transportation Engineer I: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Transportation Engineer II: 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Transportation Engineer III: 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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.Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*

*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.

Competencies For a Transportation Engineer I, II and III:

• Pavement maintenance
• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Performing basic design and drafting
• Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
• Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Additional Competencies For a Transportation Engineer II and III:

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements

Additional Competencies For a Transportation Engineer III:

• Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Budgeting methods and procedures

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to noise
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment forsafetyimpactpositions.This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.
  • Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

Job

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

Job Posting

: May 16, 2025, 9:47:20 PM

Unposting Date

: Jun 4, 2025, 4:59:00 AM

State Job Title/s : Engineer II/III/IV State Job Code/s : 2153/2154/2155

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.

To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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.