Construction Field Engineer

Construction Field Engineer

Position Information:
Great Engineering Experience with out being behind a desk. The TxDOT Houston District Construction Office has a position for a Field Engineer to oversee construction projects in one of the largest TxDOT District's with an overall portfolio of nearly $6 Billion. At this position, the Field Engineer will interact with TxDOT Area Offices on a daily basis to monitor and progress construction projects, implement audit management plans, issue TCEQ permits and SWPPP oversight, Traffic Control Review, Consultant Engineering Procurement, as well as Contractor Claims and Disputes.

Work is independent and requires extensive knowledge of Heavy Highway Construction and Traffic Control.

Minimum Salary: $69,572.00

Maximum Salary: $

Pay Basis:
Yearly

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Locations:
Hou District Headquartrs 7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE Houston 77007

Travel:
Yes, 10 % of the Time

Shift: Day Job

Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week

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:

Transportation Engineer II Performs complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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 perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Transportation Engineer III 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 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.

Transportation Engineer IV Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Engineer II

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience:

5 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

Certifications:

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.

Transportation Engineer III

Education:

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience:

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.…