Transportation Engineer I​/II​/III

Job Description - Transportation Engineer I/II/III (2601811)

Job Description

Position Information

TxDOT Tyler District is looking for a
Transportation Design Engineer I, II
, or III to join the Transportation Operations team. You’ll be responsible for planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of critical transportation infrastructure, including traffic signals, illumination systems, signing, pavement markings, dynamic message signs, and other ITS technologies throughout our eight-county district. This position will collaborate closely with local governments, law enforcement, and regional partners to advance district priorities, improve system performance, and enhance safety and mobility for the traveling public.

Salary Ranges:
Transportation Engineer I, B24, $65,104.00 - $ annually Transportation Engineer II, B25, $69,572.00 - $ annually Transportation Engineer III, B26, $76,530.00 - $ annually The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position offered based on applicant’s work experience, skill level and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.

65,104.00

Yearly FLSA Status :
Exempt

Tyler District Headquarters 2709 WEST FRONT STREET Tyler 75702

Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift :
Day Job Location Flexibility :
Onsite

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:
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Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Transportation Engineer I:

• 03772:
  Develops traffic engineering and traffic management system policies, procedures and standards.
• 06329:
  Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.
• 06977:
  Oversees and/or monitors Community Traffic Safety Programs, activities involving preparation of the District Highway Safety Plan and/or the Traffic Safety Office.
• 08165:
  Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.
• 08246:
  Performs data collection, analyses, forecasts and plan development.
• 09754:
  Provides technical expertise in planning, coordinating, maintaining and operating traffic management systems.
• 10529:
  Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors.
• 11211:
  Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
• 11225:
  Reviews traffic engineering studies, warranting of traffic signals and speed zones.
• 12517:
  Writes, negotiates and/or monitors related traffic operations contracts.
• 999999:
  Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II, all the above, and:

• 00849:
  * Assists in developing and/or monitoring budgets.
• 06981:
  * Oversees and/or performs traffic engineering studies to recommend solutions for high accident locations, to warrant traffic signals…