Transportation Engineer III/IV/V - PDO Schematic Section - DAL

Texas Department of Transportation; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 76,530 - 156,612; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plans

Alternative and flexible work schedules

Paid leave and holidays

Health premiums paid at 100%

Job summary

The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineers based in Dallas, Texas, to manage schematic projects from concept through to environmental clearance. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering and extensive experience in transportation engineering. Positions like Engineer III, IV, and V offer varying salaries based on experience, and employees enjoy a variety of benefits including retirement plans and tuition assistance.

This is a full-time, on-site position with a day schedule. Candidates will need to have effective communication skills and relevant knowledge in engineering principles.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of engineering or transportation experience depending on position.
• Professional engineer license is required within six months of hire.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced transportation engineering design work.
• Review and process plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Monitor consultant progress and quality.
• Represent the district in meetings and hearings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Effective communication

Knowledge of governmental laws

Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles

Preparation and compliance of plans

Construction engineering policies

Logical reasoning

Presentation skills

Application of engineering principles

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science

Job description

Position Information

The Dallas District Project Delivery Office (PDO) Schematic Section is looking for Transportation Engineers to work on the district's numerous schematic project portfolio managed within PDO. This position will manage schematic projects from concept through environmental clearance and right‑of‑way coordination prior to beginning PS&E, providing experience in major project development processes and consultant contract management.

Position Title and Salary

Transportation Engineer III (B26): $76,530.00 – $129,430.00 per year; Transportation Engineer IV (B27): $84,182.00 – $142,374.00 per year; Transportation Engineer V (B28): $92,600.00 – $156,612.00 per year.

Minimum and Maximum Salary

• Minimum: $76,530.00
• Maximum: $156,612.00

Pay Basis

Yearly

Work Locations

Dallas District Headquarters: 4777 EAST HIGHWAY 80, Mesquite, TX 75150; UST‑Texas‑Dallas

Travel

Yes, 5% of the time.

Schedule

Full‑time; Day job, Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day; On‑site location flexibility.

Benefits

• Retirement plans
• Alternative and 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

Job Responsibilities

• Perform advanced and complex transportation engineering design work.
• Review and process plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Monitor consultant progress and work quality; check invoices and related documents.
• Represent the district at technical meetings and public hearings.
• Make presentations and represent TxDOT.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science; degrees accepted by TX PELS.

Experience

• Transportation Engineer III: 6 years of engineering or transportation experience, or equivalent graduate education substituting one year per year.
• Transportation Engineer IV: 7 years of engineering or transportation experience, or equivalent graduate education substituting one year per year.
• Transportation Engineer V: 8 years of engineering or transportation experience, or equivalent graduate education substituting one year per year.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver’s license; driving a state vehicle required.
• Professional engineer license in another U.S. state, but not currently licensed in Texas, must obtain a Texas PE license within six months of hire and sign an agreement to that effect.

Skills

• Effective communication.
• Knowledge of applicable governmental laws, rules, and regulations.
• Understanding of hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles.
• Preparation, review, processing, and compliance of plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Understanding of construction engineering policies and procedures.
• Logical reasoning to define problems, establish facts, and draw conclusions.
• Presentation skills for clear, concise, organized communication.
• Application of engineering principles, practices, and methods.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work; can lift up to 10 lbs and occasionally carry files or small tools.
• Physically demanding; pre‑employment physical required.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions; subject to random drug testing.

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non‑Management

Job Posting

Unposting date: Ongoing.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.