Transportation Engineer; Civil

Job Overview

Job Posting:
Materials Engineering and Testing Services | Materials Engineer – Transportation Engineer (Civil), Department of Transportation (Caltrans). Position code: JC-503143. Salary range: $6,488.00 – $12,152.00 per month (Class A-D).

Location:

5900 Folsom Blvd, Sacramento, Sacramento County.

Final Filing Date: 1/15/2026.

The Division of Engineering Services (DES), Materials Engineering and Testing Services (METS) is looking to hire Transportation Engineers Civil (TE Civil). Under direction of the Senior Bridge Engineer/Senior Transportation Engineer, the TE Civil will perform the duties of a METS Representative (METS Rep.) or Assistant METS Representative (AMR). The incumbent will provide materials engineering expertise on highway construction projects, ensuring compliance with contract documents during all phases.

Work is performed in both an office and field setting with frequent trips to job sites and manufacturer facilities. Travel in and out-of-state up to 25% is required. A valid driver’s license is required for official business travel.

Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam. Candidates must be on the state examination list or have eligible status (new to state, transfer, reinstatement, etc.).

• Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required – limited to one page, single‑spaced, 12‑point font. Resumes do not replace the SOQ.

The SOQ should address the following:

• Knowledge and experience assessing materials, making material‑related engineering decisions, and conducting laboratory test result analysis.
• Experience with design concepts, construction operations, and investigations related to steel elements, cast‑in‑place concrete, precast concrete, pavement surfaces, and prestressing/post‑tensioning systems.
• Experience coordinating with various stakeholders (design, construction, local agencies, etc.) to successfully complete tasks.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Understanding of Quality Management.

Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed in the Classification Specification and provide the following documents prior to interview:

• State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (electronic or hard copy).
• Unofficial transcripts or diplomas (for education verification). Foreign transcripts should be accompanied by a U.S. equivalency evaluation.
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).

Applicants are required to redact birthdates, social security numbers, and other confidential information. Failure to comply may result in disqualification.

• Professional Engineering (PE) license is desired.

Completed applications and required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Electronically submitted applications should be made through your Cal Career account (). Hard copy applications may be mailed to:

Caltrans DHR Contact, Certification Services MS‑90, P. O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036.

Or dropped off at:

Department of Transportation, Drop‑Off Address, Caltrans DHR Contact, 1727 30th Street, MS‑90, Sacramento, CA 95816.

For electronic submission, use the Cal Career portal:

to view the Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in the State of California.

Human Resources Contact:
Shirley Panugaling
(279) 599‑8482

Hiring Unit Contact:
Kanchan Shahi
(916) 825‑4251

The State of California is an equal‑opportunity employer. EEO contacts:

Caltrans EEO Office
(844) 368‑3367

California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice)

For further details on qualifications, please review the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification and consult the Caltrans Handbook available at

Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page
5) with your State application. The information is for examination use only.