Transportation Engineer I, Ii, Iii Or Iv - Waco

Transportation Engineer I:
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 II:
Performs complex 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Transportation Engineer III:
Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Transportation Engineer IV:
Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
The essential duties for a Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV:
Performs engineering design work such as plan review, development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts
Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications, or special provisions.
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects.
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts.
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Performs Other Job Responsibilities As Assigned.
Additional duties for a Transportation Engineer II:
Represents the district at technical meetings and public hearings at local, state, federal and/or international levels.
Reviews designs and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians.
Additional duties for a Transportation Engineer III:
Chairs or serves as a member of a contract selection team.
Testifies at condemnation hearings and trials.
Additional duties for a Transportation Engineer IV:
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Performs complex structural engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Transportation Engineer I:
4 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer II:
5 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer III:
6 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer IV:
7 YEARS engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Applies to all positions:
Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent
Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
No Supervisory Experience Required.
Licenses and Certifications:

• If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*
• For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.
• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• 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.

Competencies:
The required competencies for Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV include:
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
Construction phasing and sequencing
Environmental engineering as it relates to transportation
Geometric design relationships to traffic operations, maintenance, and construction
Transportation principles and methods for moving people or goods by multimodal (road, air, water) methods, including their relative costs, advantages, and limitations
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to noise
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs.
Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
Talking expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• Must attend work regularly and observe approved work hours.
• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• Required to work hours other than 8 to 5
• Required to wear personal protective equipment provided by employer and comply with all safety requirements.
• Please note that the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. Safety impact employees will be subject to additional drug and alcohol testing during employment.
• Required to work under exposure to inclement weather conditions.
• Required to work weekends and holidays.
• Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions. This is a Safety Impact position and will be subject to random drug testing.

Position Information
The TxDOT Waco District is looking for a Project Manager / Transportation Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will be capable of managing consultant and in-house projects.
Consultant Project Management: Manages Engineering consultants hired for PS&E (Plans, Specifications, and Estimate) or S/E/P (Schematic, Environmental, and PS&E) contracts. Negotiates with providers and Professional Engineering Procurement Services (PEPS) staff to obtain engineering services for the Waco District. Ensures quality and timeliness of deliverables.
In-House Project Management: Works directly with the District Design Engineer and in-house design staff to produce Plans, Specifications, and Estimates for projects in the Waco District. Guides and educates design staff in the design of highways and other transportation facilities.
Work Hours: Flexible (minimum two days in office)
Transportation Engineer I: B23, $55,184 – $90,393/yearly
Transportation Engineer II: B24, $59,004 – $96,720/yearly
Transportation Engineer III: B25, $63,104 – $103,491/yearly
Transportation Engineer IV: B26, $69,415 – $117,397/yearly
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities. 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)
Benefits And Perks
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:

• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Leave/Holidays
• Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
• Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
• Low Turnover
• Retirement Pension
• Alternative Work Schedules
• Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
• On the Job Training

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)
Job
Engineering/Engr Support
Schedule
Full-time
Employee Status
Regular
Job Type
Standard
Job Level
Non-Management
Job Posting
Jun 7, 2023, 2:44:18 PM
State Job Title/s
Engineer II / III / IV / V
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Applicant Information
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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 Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information