Transportation Engineer I-II (TPD Section)

Texas Department of Transportation; Bryan (TX); On-site; USD 65,104 - 106,634; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Career advancement

Work-life balance

Job summary

A state transportation agency in Bryan, TX, is hiring a Transportation Engineer I-II to contribute to major and minor transportation projects. This position involves planning, roadway and bridge design, and compliance with federal/state standards. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering and valid driver’s license. Excellent opportunities for career advancement are provided in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required for driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred.
• Experience can be satisfied by full-time or prorated part-time equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work.
• Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws.
• Assists Project Managers with resource assignments and schedules.

Skills

Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design principles

Engineering workstations and applications supporting planning and design

Planning and managing multiple projects

Leading and mentoring others

Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science

Job description

Overview

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I-II (TPD Section) (2600033). TxDOT's Bryan District TP&D Sections are looking for a Transportation Engineer I or II based in Bryan, TX. You will gain valuable experience and work on major and minor transportation projects. You will learn project planning, roadway and bridge design, culvert analysis and design, and other engineering principles and applications that will shape the greater Brazos Valley area. TxDOT provides employees with benefits, training, and opportunities for career advancement. We strive to maintain work-life balance by building relationships with team members and working in a safe and friendly environment.

Salary and Pay

• Transportation Engineer I: $65,104 - $106,634
• Transportation Engineer II: $69,572 - $114,099

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.

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-for-year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) is preferred. If performing underwater bridge inspections: 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 one year of hire. Engineers licensed in another state must obtain Texas PE license within six months and sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.

Additional Duties for a Transportation Engineer II

• Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts.
• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
• Performs complex planning work such as plan review, calculations, and assisting in transportation planning studies.

Responsibilities and Experience

Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in 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. Works with governmental officials and private entities. Establishes priorities to meet objectives. Assists Project Managers with resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and procurement while maintaining agency project objectives. Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation. Coordinates on design schematics and with property owners, utilities, attorneys and governmental representatives to depict the highway project's impact. Travels to project locations for on-site reviews and technical support.

Qualifications and Skills

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design principles
• Construction phasing and sequencing
• Engineering workstations and applications supporting planning and design
• Plan preparation methods and requirements
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Basic design and drafting
• Planning and managing multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet deadlines
• Leading and mentoring others
• Setting objectives that align with business strategy and anticipating roadblocks
• Maintaining safe working relationships

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Light work: lift up to 20 lbs at a time; frequently lift or carry objects 10 lbs or more
• Repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements
• Standing for prolonged periods
• Communication by spoken words
• Pre-employment physical may be required for safety-related positions
• Drug testing: pre-employment and random testing for Safety Impact positions
• Note: Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing regulation does not authorize medical marijuana as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical. This is a Safety Impact position and may be subject to random drug testing.

Job Details

• Schedule: Full-time
• Employee Status: Regular
• Job Type: Standard
• Job Level: Non-Management

Posting and Classification

Job Posting: Jan 7, 2026; Unposting Date: Ongoing. State Job Title/s: Engineer II/III; State Job Code/s: 2153/2154

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS): TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. MOS codes are provided where applicable.

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.