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

Texas Department of Transportation; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineers (I, II, or III) for the Dallas District Maintenance Office. The role involves performing engineering tasks across various functional areas, ensuring compliance with laws and standards, and engaging with stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and relevant experience, with opportunities for career growth and a family-friendly work environment.

Benefits

Retirement plans

Flexible schedules

Paid leave

Health coverage

Training

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Career growth

Family policies

Recognition as a family-friendly workplace

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science.
• Engineer I: 4 years of related experience.
• Engineer II: 5 years of related experience.
• Engineer III: 6 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contracts, issue work orders, and manage contractor payments.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Perform data collection, analysis, and plan development.

Skills

Pavement maintenance

Public relations

Basic design

Calculations

Computer skills

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science

Job description

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

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Position Overview

Perform transportation engineering work in various functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, and maintenance. Ensure compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines. Engage with governmental officials and private entities. Employees at this level follow standard practices requiring minimal supervision.

Levels and Responsibilities

1. Transportation Engineer I: Performs routine transportation engineering tasks following standard practices, with minimal supervision.
2. Transportation Engineer II: Handles complex engineering tasks independently, referring only unusual issues to supervisors.
3. Transportation Engineer III: Executes advanced and complex engineering work, establishing work plans and priorities, rarely referring issues to supervisors.

Essential Duties

• Oversee contracts, issue work orders, monitor construction schedules, and manage contractor payments and progress.
• Develop, prepare, and manage maintenance contracts.
• Conduct pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Interpret maintenance standards, rules, procedures, and policies.
• Perform data collection, analysis, forecasting, and plan development.
• Review change orders, agreements, and estimates.
• Perform additional assigned responsibilities.

Additional Duties for Higher Levels

• Design development, including layouts, plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Assist with design, computer operations, and plan preparation.
• Evaluate and recommend project plans and schedules for efficiency.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science.

Experience:

• Engineer I: 4 years of related experience (graduate education may substitute).
• Engineer II: 5 years of related experience.
• Engineer III: 6 years of related experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Out-of-state PE license holders must obtain Texas PE within 6 months.

Competencies

• Pavement maintenance, public relations, basic design, calculations, computer skills, decision-making.
• Additional competencies for higher levels include plan review, maintenance concepts, pavement policies, and budgeting.

Physical and Work Conditions

• Subject to noise, environmental conditions, and required protective gear.
• Lift up to 50 lbs, carry objects up to 25 lbs.
• Visual acuity for data, figures, and computer work.

Employment Conditions

• Pre-employment physical and drug testing required.
• Compliance with safety regulations, including drug and alcohol testing.

Position Details

Assist in developing the District 4-Year plan, review maintenance contracts, oversee seal coat plan development, and manage budgets. Ideal for motivated engineers aiming to collaborate with area engineers and supervisors.

Salary Range

• Engineer I: $65,104 - $106,634
• Engineer II: $69,572 - $114,099
• Engineer III: $76,530 - $129,430

Benefits

Retirement plans, flexible schedules, paid leave, health coverage, training, tuition assistance, wellness programs, career growth, family policies, and recognition as a family-friendly workplace.