Transportation Engineer I-IV

Txdot; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer II-IV to contribute to improving traffic safety across Texas. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a Bachelor's Degree in engineering, with opportunities for leadership roles in a dynamic work environment. Join a committed team focused on leveraging technology and innovative solutions to enhance traffic management and ensure public safety.

Benefits

Retirement Plans

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Leave and Holidays

Health Premiums coverage

Tuition Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science.
• 4–7 years of transportation engineering experience, depending on the level.
• Must hold a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and report on routine program funding.
• Oversee traffic engineering studies and recommend solutions.
• Coordinate on design schematics and ensure compliance with federal/state laws.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I-IV (2501501)

Job Description

Position Information

Are you passionate about traffic safety? Do you want to usethe latest technology to reduce fatal crashes across Texas?
Are you looking to expand your engineering experience and move into leadership roles? If so, we would like to speak to you! The Traffic Safety Division is looking for a new Transportation Engineer II-IV to join our team and you may be it.

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) has a diverse workforce of over 12,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, let's talk!We're located at the new TxDOT Headquarters on Stassney Lane in Austin, TX. To check out the state-of-the art facility, see our Stassney Campus Preview. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u42vEZacDgA)

Minimum Salary

: 65,104.00

Maximum Salary

: 142,374.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt

Work Locations

: Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift : Day Job 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)

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 I
Salary Grade B24 $65,104 - $106,634
Performs complex (journey-level) engineering work. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor

Transportation Engineer II
Salary Grade B25 $69,572 - $114,099
Performs highly complex (senior-level) engineering work. Works under limited supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.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.

Transportation Engineer III
Salary Grade B26 $76,530 - $129,430
Performs advanced (senior-level) engineering work. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume directaccountability for the work product.

Transportation Engineer IV
Salary Grade B27 $84,182 - $142,374
Performs routine to moderately complex (journey-level) engineering work. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer I
- Analyzes and reports on routine program funding change scenarios and their impact to individual project schedules
- Coordinates on design schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies and reviews in-house and consultanttraffic control plans and project.
- Investigates and responds to public complaints on traffic signals, signs, railroad crossings, pavement markings, trafficmanagement systems or other traffic related items.
- Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
- Meets with law enforcement agencies and/or city officials to discuss traffic problems and possible solutions.
- Oversees and/or monitors Highway Safety Improvement Programs (HSIP), activities involving preparation of safety plan
- Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices,signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic managementsystems.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II
- Oversees and performs traffic engineering studies to recommend solutions for high accident locations, to warrant traffic signals and speed zones and to determine capacity and channelization of the highways.
- Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
- Coordinates traffic engineering studies and traffic counts.
- Develops and reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.
- Develops traffic engineering and traffic management system policies, procedures and standards.
- Drives or travels to project and work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to providetechnical support.
- Interprets manuals and required guidelines for traffic operations.
- Investigates and responds to public complaints on traffic signals, signs, railroad crossings, pavement markings, traffic management systems or other traffic related items.
- Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
- Performs and coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
- Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs for traffic control devices, signs, markings and detours.
- Reviews traffic engineering studies, warranting of traffic signals and speed zones.
- Writes reports and specifications.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer III
All of the above and:
- Reviews sign schematics and in-house and consultant plans and projects.

Transportation Engineer IV
All of the above and:
- Coordinates traffic engineering studies and traffic counts.
- Develops traffic engineering policies, procedures and standards.

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
- Transportation Engineer II: 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
- Transportation Engineer III: 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
- Transportation Engineer IV: 7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience.
Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications (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*
• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate

*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.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Cost estimating and cost controls
- Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
- Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
- Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
- Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines understanding and keep the group focused
- Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
- Planning and coordinating workshops, seminars and task force activities
- Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
- Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs

• 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 30, 2025, 6:41:48 PM

Unposting Date

: Ongoing

State Job Title/s : Engineer II, III, IV, V State Job Code/s : 2153, 2154, 2155, 2156

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.