Area Engineer - Longview

Position Information

TxDOT’s Tyler District is hiring an Area Engineer for the Longview Area Office. Located in scenic Northeast Texas, the district offers a supportive work environment focused on safety and work/life balance. Join us—you’ll be glad you did!

Yearly

Exempt

Longview Area Engineer/Maint 4549A W LOOP 281 Longview 75604

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Day Job Shift Details :
Monday - Friday | 8AM to 5PM | 40hrs Location Flexibility :
Onsite

• 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)

Work involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing construction operations in the area office to include review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre‑construction meetings and public hearings, Design Section operations in the area office; overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control, operations of the maintenance sections to include planning and budgeting work with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right‑of‑way plan preparation and monitors acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection and responsible for material testing and construction engineering.

Approves and inspects driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitors removal of illegal signs.

Coordinates transportation planning activities, which may include working with a Metropolitan Planning Organization, develops the 20‑year Transportation Plan and oversees the Transportation Improvement Plan.

Directs and plans project development and/or provides estimates.

Directs the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned geographical area.

Oversees, coordinates and monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications; authorizes payment of estimates; resolves differences, disputes and claims; plans preparation and approval of expenditures.

Oversees, plans and executes emergency procedures, preparedness and response for a geographic area; as required responds to office/incident location to direct/oversee activities for emergency situations/conditions.

Provides direction for construction projects and/or contract change negotiations.

Represents the Department to the public; answers inquiries from governmental officials, makes media presentations, speaks at public functions and participates in other civic endeavors.

Reviews, recommends and approves change orders.

Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

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

Experience
:

• 5 years transportation engineering. (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
• Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer*

* Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed…