Assistant Area Engineer - Hillsboro; Waco District

Job Description
- Assistant Area Engineer
- Hillsboro (Waco District) (2602919)

Job Description

Assistant Area Engineer
- Hillsboro (Waco District) - ( 2602919 )

Position Information

Are you looking for a new position that will allow you to advance and grow in your career? TxDOT’s Waco District is seeking an Assistant Area Engineer for the Hillsboro Area Office in Hillsboro, Texas! Help lead a talented team of professionals responsible for delivering critical transportation services and projects in one of the state’s rapidly growing regions. This position offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge and quality of life while supporting area office operations, assisting the Area Engineer with oversight of complex transportation activities, driving innovation, and providing leadership in the Area Engineer’s absence.

TxDOT has more than 13,000 employees statewide and values employee work-life balance. Employees have access to a wide range of programs and benefits, including wellness and career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and more.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Assistant Area Engineer: B29 ($101,860 - $172,272/Annual)

Yearly FLSA Status :
Exempt

Hillsboro Ae/Hill County Maint 1400 S ABBOTT AVE Hillsboro 76645

Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift :
Day Job Shift Details :
Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm 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)

Assists in directing area office operations.

Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations.

Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work.

Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer.

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.

Conducts pre-construction Employee Forum and/or safety meetings

Assists Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project; as required responds for emergency situations/conditions to assist with office activities

Determines quantities and estimates cost

Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects

Monitors traffic control plans

Performs research and planning on future projects

Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and/or provides them on the job training

Prepares and/or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements

Prepares and/or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports

Resolves public complaints

Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area…