Transportation Engineer I — Impactful Field Engineering

Texas Department of Transportation; Lufkin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Sched

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums 100% for Full-Time

On-the-Job Training

Tuition Assistance Program

Wellness Program with Leave Incentives

Career Development

Family-Friendly Policies

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineer I or II for the Lufkin Area Office. Responsibilities include plan/design, construction, and maintenance support, with opportunities to lead, review contractor work, and liaise with stakeholders.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s in engineering, 4–5 years of related experience, and a valid driver's license or PE license. Positions offer solid benefits and a structured career path in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science accepted by TX PELS.
• Experience: 4 years in engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering.
• Experience: 5 years in engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering.
• Licenses: Valid driver’s license and Professional Engineer license requirements noted.

Responsibilities

• Assists Project Managers with resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality and procurement.
• Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings.
• Drives to project locations for on-site engineering reviews and support.
• Serves as a lead worker and oversees related tasks.
• Monitors consultants’ progress and checks invoices and documents.
• Monitors contractors’ compliance with plans and specifications.
• Reviews shop drawings, plans, estimates and change orders.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Highway design knowledge

Project monitoring

Public relations

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering

Job description

Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineer I or II for the Lufkin Area Office. Responsibilities include plan/design, construction, and maintenance support, with opportunities to lead, review contractor work, and liaise with stakeholders.

Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor’s in engineering, 4–5 years of related experience, and a valid driver's license or PE license. Positions offer solid benefits and a structured career path in a dynamic environment.