Transportation Engineer -II; TPD Section

Transportation Engineer I-II (TPD Section)

TxDOT's Bryan District TP&D Sections are looking for a Transportation Engineer I or II based in Bryan, TX. Join the TxDOT Bryan District where you will gain valuable experience and work on major and minor transportation projects! You will have the opportunity to learn project planning, roadway and bridge design, culvert analysis and design, as well as other engineering principles and applications that will shape the greater Brazos Valley area.

TxDOT provides employees with great benefits and training, and many opportunities for career advancement! We strive to maintain work-life balance by providing opportunity to building relationships with team members, and working in a safe and friendly environment!

Salary Grade/Range Transportation Engineer I $ 65,104 - $106,634 Transportation Engineer II $ 69,572 - $ 114,099 The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

Minimum Salary:65,104.00

Maximum Salary:

Pay Basis:

YearlyFLSA Status:

Exempt Work Locations:

Bryan District Headquarters
2591 NORTH EARL RUDDER FREEWAY Bryan
77803

Travel:

Yes, 5 % 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.

Performs advanced and complex 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives.

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

• Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining agency project objectives.
• Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.
• Assists with the development of design and project development reports, surveys and correspondence.
• Coordinates on design schematics.
• Coordinates with properties, utility companies, attorneys and governmental representatives to accurately depict the highway project's impact on adjacent properties.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analysis, tests, and to provide technical support.
• Additional Duties for a Transportation Engineer II:
  Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts. Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts. Performs complex planning work such as plan review, calculations, and assisting in transportation planning studies.

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 in 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
* If performing underwater bridge inspections:
Must have Open Water Diver certification. For Bridge Inspection:
Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
* 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…