Transportation Engineer Supvr - Lufkin District Maintenance

Job Description

Transportation Engineer Supervisor – Lufkin District Maintenance (2600403).

The Texas Department of Transportation is on the search for a Maintenance Engineer based in Lufkin, Texas.

This position will work closely with the Director of Maintenance and the Area Engineers to maintain Lufkin Districts transportation system. The Maintenance Engineer will be responsible for management of the district's routine and emergency maintenance contracts, including writing, reviewing, and managing project changes. Additionally, this position will assist in budget development and maintenance. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenges, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunities for growth and advancement, and work/life balance.

Come be part of our team, apply now.

Yearly

Exempt

Lufkin District Headquarters
1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE
Lufkin 75901

Yes, 10 % of the Time

Day Job

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)

• Acts as consultant to staff engineers regarding plan operations as they relate to administration, programming, design, construction, right-of-way and maintenance.
• Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.
• Coordinates maintenance matters with Area Engineers.
• Develops and monitors budget.
• Directs and oversees contractors' compliance with plans and specifications and authorizes payment of estimates.
• Drives to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
• Establishes, modifies or interprets applicable standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies.
• Responsible for emergency operations.
• 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.
• 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
:

• 4 years experience in 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 one (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 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.

• Extensive knowledge of
  • Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
  • Materials used in highway/bridge construction and maintenance
  • Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Considerable…