Transportation Engineer I​/II​/III​/IV​/V- Braunfels

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Transportation Engineer I/II/III/IV/V – New Braunfels (2601212)

We are looking for a motivated Transportation Engineer to join our Central Design Section in New Braunfels. The role involves executing complex engineering work across a 12‑county region, including planning, project development, construction management, and research. The engineer will work independently, deliver high‑quality design products, and collaborate with governmental officials and private entities.

• Transportation Engineer I (B24): $65,104 – $106,634
• Transportation Engineer II (B25): $69,572 – $114,099
• Transportation Engineer III (B26): $76,530 – $129,430
• Transportation Engineer IV (B27): $84,182 – $142,374
• Transportation Engineer V (B28): $92,600 – $156,612

• Assist Project Managers with design, computer operations, plan preparation and updates, project development, and survey requests.
• Perform engineering design work including development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
• Update, review, and monitor changes to plans, manuals, and standard sheets.
• Develop and review engineering documents, correspondence, reports, and remediation plans.
• Analyze and assist in resolving construction issues, RFIs, and design related issues.
• Serve as a project manager overseeing consultants for advanced engineering work.
• Lead, assign, review, and monitor the work of others; serve as a project/team lead for highly complex projects.
• Lead and train professional and administrative staff.

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science. A higher degree is accepted by TX PELS.

Experience: Full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent experience. Graduate‑level education may be substituted for experience on a year‑per‑year basis.

Licenses and

Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license; position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Professional Engineer in Texas. Engineers licensed in other U.S. states must obtain a Texas license within six months of hire and sign an agreement to that effect.
• Familiarity with design/preparation methods and requirements for hydrologic, hydraulic, and geotechnical engineering.
• Proficiency in Microstation and Open Roads Designer;
  Microsoft Excel experience required.

• Subject to outdoor environmental conditions and weather protection.
• Exposure to noise, hazards such as moving vehicles, mechanical parts, high places, heat, and chemicals.
• Must wear protective gear including respirator, hard hat, or other device.
• Frequent use of hands and fingers for typing and detailed work.
• Ability to speak, listen, and communicate effectively.
• Repetitive motion of wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Visual acuity for operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment.

This role is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical exam.

Must pass a drug test before employment. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

• Retirement Plans
• Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Leave and Holidays
• Health Premiums fully paid 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

The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.