Transportation Engineer

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I (2602314)

Job Description

TxDOT's Houston District is looking for a Transportation Engineer, based in our Montgomery Area Office. This position involves performing engineering work that includes planning project development, design and project management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state laws policies, procedures, standards and guidelines. The role also encompasses project management for PS&E, cost estimation and scheduling. Work requires interaction with private entities and government officials.
We have a workforce of over 13,000 employees, with opportunities for growth and development. 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 such as extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and more. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced team setting with a group of professionals that takes pride in their work, let’s talk.

65,104.00

Yearly FLSA Status:
Exempt

Montgomery County Ae/Maint 901 N FM 3083 Conroe 77303

No Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week Location Flexibility:
Onsite

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:
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Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

• Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.
• Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation.
• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.
• 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 engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Reviews literature, technical data, material specifications and procedures.
• 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.
• Uses department's enterprise Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and resource management tool to accomplish scheduling and…