Transportation Engineer V - Information Technology Division

Texas Department of Transportation; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans

Alternative and/or Flexible Work Scl.

Health premiums paid at 100% (FT)

Tuition Assistance Program

Career Development and Advancement

Job summary

Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) seeks an experienced Engineer VI in the Information Technology Division to lead complex transportation projects and mentor staff. You will provide support across civil engineering disciplines, including bridge, roadway design, and traffic technology, ensuring compliance with federal and state standards.

The role emphasizes advanced design, training, and collaboration with districts, FHWA, and IT teams, with a focus on customer service and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science accepted by TX PELS.
• 8 years engineering/transportation engineering experience (full-time or prorated part-time).
• Licensed Professional Engineer; Texas license or ability to obtain within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Analyzes procedures and information systems for efficiency.
• Provides roadway, bridge, traffic, and related civil engineering support for districts/divisions.
• Reviews and recommends engineering applications and software.

Skills

Civil engineering

Leadership

Mentoring

Training

TxDOT software

Regulatory compliance

Customer service

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Civil engineering software

Engineering workstations

Digital Delivery workflows

Job description

• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

This position requires a strong civil engineering foundation, extensive knowledge of state DOT software, technology, and processes, and a proven track record of leadership in transportation projects. Responsibilities include managing complex projects, mentoring junior engineering staff, developing innovative solutions, and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in bridge design and construction for the Information Technology Division. Provides support for TxDOT divisions and districts by acting as a liaison with ITD. 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties

• Analyzes new or existing procedures and information systems for efficiency and effectiveness
• Provides roadway, bridge, traffic, construction, maintenance or related civil engineering support for districts and divisions
• Reviews and recommends engineering applications and software
• Serves as a primary help desk resource for highly complex and advanced technical and policy issues
• Assists districts with transportation engineering related matters.
• Develops training courses and/or materials.
• Ensures compliance with transportation engineering standards.
• Provides assistance and technical support to districts, divisions and the FHWA in matters concerning engineering standards.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience

8 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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 per year basis.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*
• 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

• Experience with Civil Engineering Software and Applications.
• Experience leading and supporting technology projects for civil engineering.
• Experience training professional civil engineers and civil engineering staff.

Competencies

Extensive knowledge of

• Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Road and Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
• Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
• Roadway and Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures

Expert skill in

• Performing basic design and drafting
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

Proficient skill in

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Additional competencies

• Digital Delivery workflows
• Knowledge of TxDOT's Roadway and Bridge Design standards
• Knowledge of Roadway and Bridge Engineering concepts
• Ability to provide quality customer service to end users

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• Sitting - prolonged periods of time
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. 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.

Position Information

Are you an experienced transportation engineer looking to join an organization with a mission that matters? The Information Technology Division at The Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a transportation engineer that can provide expertise in training and user support for all civil engineering disciplines, including bridge, roadway design, construction, maintenance, and traffic technology for engineering applications and software. The right candidate will have a passion for customer service that shines through. Effective communication skills are essential. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in highway and bridge design, traffic engineering, or related areas, along with advanced proficiency in relevant software platforms. If this sounds like something you have been looking for,

This position reports to the TxDOT State Headquarters at the Stassney Campus.

At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include wellness leave incentive, in-house wellness center, career development programs, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Level

Non-Management

State Job Title/s

Engineer VI

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.

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Applicant Information

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.

Additional Applicant Information for applicants.