Transportation Engineer I/II/III- District Maintenance - Tyler

Transportation Engineer

I/II/III

• District Maintenance
• Tyler
• ( 2601274 ) Position Information TxDOT's Tyler District is looking for a Transportation Engineers I, II or III in Tyler, TX!

Come make a difference in our District Maintenance Office. You will be responsible for the design of routine maintenance and bridge preventive maintenance contracts along with in-field reviews of bridge repairs. The ideal candidates are self-motivated with the willingness to learn engineering software and a passion for maintenance. No two projects are ever the same, and there is plenty of opportunity for growth and advancement! With great benefits, work-life balance opportunities, and a great team, TxDOT's Tyler District is a great place to work!

Salary Ranges:

Transportation Engineer I, B24, $65,104.00

• $106,634.00 annually Transportation Engineer II, B25, $69,572.00
• $114,099.00 annually Transportation Engineer III, B26, $76,530.00
• $129,430.

00 annually The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on applicant's work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary :

65,104.00

Maximum Salary :

129,430.00

Pay Basis :

Yearly FLSA Status :

Exempt 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) Position Description 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. Transportation Engineer I

• Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Transportation Engineer II
• Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Transportation Engineer III
• Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objective.

Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer I:

Analyzes and recommends approval for modifications to highway maintenance contracts. Assists in evaluating pavement products and pavement condition data. Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district. Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation. Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support. Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development. Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Provides assistance in preparing reports on pavement condition Performs other duties as assigned Transportation Engineer II, all the above, and: Evaluates pavement products and pavement condition data. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Provides design engineering support for districts in project development. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting Transportation Engineer III all the above, and: Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development. Analyzes and recommends approval for modifications to highway maintenance contracts. Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans. Provides assistance in preparing reports on pavement conditions. Reviews designs and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians. Reviews, coordinates and monitors routine and emergency maintenance contracts; performs/oversees maintenance specifications writing/review, plans and proposal review, and preparation of estimates for letting. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets.

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. 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 Certification s: 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:

Transportation Engineer I:

Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development Highway construction design applications Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Performing basic design and drafting Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations Maintaining a safe working relationship Transportation Engineer II, all the above, and: Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements Pavement maintenance Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements Geometric design relationships to traffic operations, maintenance and construction Transportation Engineer III, all the above, and: Construction engineering policies and procedures Construction phasing and sequencing Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Materials design, specifications and applications Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device

• Climbing
• ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc.

Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication 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 click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) 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.

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Non-Management Job Posting :

Jun 3, 2026, 5:48:39

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Ongoing State Job Title/s :

Engineer

II/III/IV

State Job Code/s :

2153/2154/2155 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