Transportation Engineer III

Job Description - Transportation Engineer III (2602626)

Job Description

Position Information

Are you a Design Engineer that enjoys project management and has broad roadway engineering knowledge and some construction exposure? Are you a fast learner with a positive outlook? Do you want an opportunity for your work to impact the community? If this sounds like you. Come learn and grow with TxDOT!

TxDOT's Fort Worth District is looking for a Schematic Design Project Manager based in Fort Worth, TX. All the training and tools will be provided, and we have lots of opportunities to grow within the agency. TxDOT employees have a significant benefits package that includes paid employee medical insurance (with no annual deductible), paid time off, paid holidays, health benefits available for your family and retirement benefits.

Safety is ALWAYS our number one priority.

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A Day in the Life of an Transportation Engineer III

• Coordinate and provide design direction on multiple schematic roadway projects
• Conduct reviews on deliverables received from consultants
• Coordinate with government officials and other stakeholders
• Monitor project scope, schedule and budget
• Negotiate and review consultant contracts for execution
• Other duties as assigned

Work Location:

2501 Southwest Loop 820, Fort Worth, TX 76133

Salary / Grade:
Transportation Engineer III: (B26) $76,530 - $129,430

This posting is for one (1) Transportation Engineer III position. The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in making hiring decisions based on applicants’ work experience, education, skill level, other appropriate factors, and business needs.

Minimum Salary: 76,530.00

Maximum Salary:

Anticipated Starting Salary: $

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Ft Worth District Headquarters 2501 SOUTHWEST LOOP 820 Fort Worth 76133

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)

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.

• Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Performs advanced and complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and transportation planning studies.
• Performs data…