Transportation Engineer Supvr - Lufkin District Maintenance

Job Description

• Transportation Engineer Supvr
• Lufkin District Maintenance (2600403) Job Description Transportation Engineer Supvr
• Lufkin District Maintenance
• ( 2600403 ) Position Information The Texas Department of Transportation is on the search for a Maintenance Engineer based in Lufkin, Texas.

This position will work closely with the Director of Maintenance and the Area Engineers to maintain Lufkin Districts transportation system. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for management of the district's routine and emergency maintenance contracts, including writing, reviewing, and managing project changes. Additionally, this position will assist in budget development and maintenance. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenges, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunities for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now.

Minimum Salary :

101,860.00

Maximum Salary :

172,272.00

Pay Basis :

Yearly FLSA Status :

Exempt Work Locations :

Lufkin District Headquarters 1805 N

TIMBERLAND DRIVE

Lufkin 75901

Travel :

Yes, 10 % of the

Time Shift :

Day Job Shift Details :

40

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) Position Description Supervises personnel engaged in transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and/or bridge inspection. Ensures compliance with applicable federal and state laws, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. Work requires contact with governmental officials, private entities and/or contractors. Employees at this level are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

Acts as consultant to staff engineers regarding plan operations as they relate to administration, programming, design, construction, right-of-way and maintenance. Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff. Coordinates maintenance matters with Area Engineers. Develops and monitors budget. Directs and oversees contractors' compliance with plans and specifications and authorizes payment of estimates. Drives to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support. Establishes, modifies or interprets applicable standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies. Responsible for emergency operations. Reviews, coordinates, monitors and approves routine and emergency maintenance contracts; performs/oversees maintenance specifications writing/review, plans and proposal review, and preparation of estimates for letting. 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:

4 years experience in transportation engineering. (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 Must have one (1) year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

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.

Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance Applicable laws, rules, and regulations Considerable knowledge of Materials design, specifications and applications Expert skill in Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Proficient skill in Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Other Attributes 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:

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Sitting

• prolonged periods of time Standing-prolonged periods of time Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels;receive information by oral communication Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) 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.

Job :

Engineering/Engr Support Schedule :

Full-time Employee Status :

Regular Job Type :

Standard Job Level :

Manager Job Posting :

Feb 9, 2026, 7:07:41

PM Unposting Date :

Feb 25, 2026, 5:59:00

AM State Job Title/s :

Director IV State Job Code/s :

1623 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.

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//hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions 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. Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information