Transportation Engineer I or II (Schematic Design)

The TxDOT Houston District is seeking a highly motivated Transportation Engineer I or II to join the District's Schematic Section. This position plays a critical role in the planning and project development process by leading and supporting the preparation of transportation project schematics for roadway improvement projects throughout the Houston District. The selected candidate will develop roadway schematics using OpenRoads Designer (ORD), coordinate project development activities with multidisciplinary teams, support public involvement efforts, and work closely with environmental, design, and project management staff to advance projects from planning through PS&E development. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most complex transportation projects in Texas while working alongside a collaborative team of engineers, planners, environmental specialists, and project managers

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.

The TxDOT Houston District is seeking a highly motivated Transportation Engineer I or II to join the District's Schematic Section. This position plays a critical role in the planning and project development process by leading and supporting the preparation of transportation project schematics for roadway improvement projects throughout the Houston District. The selected candidate will develop roadway schematics using OpenRoads Designer (ORD), coordinate project development activities with multidisciplinary teams, support public involvement efforts, and work closely with environmental, design, and project management staff to advance projects from planning through PS&E development. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to some of the largest and most complex transportation projects in Texas while working alongside a collaborative team of engineers, planners, environmental specialists, and project managers

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 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: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)

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 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 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]

Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer I

• Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining the agency's project objectives.

• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.

• Coordinates on design schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control/traffic management/intelligent transportation systems (ITS) plans and projects.
• Coordinates traffic engineering studies and traffic counts.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
• Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Represents the district/division at various meetings.
• Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II

Includes all essential duties listed above, as well as:

• Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts.
• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Trains engineering staff
• Provides design engineering support for districts in project development
  

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 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 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]

Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer I

• Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining the agency's project objectives.

• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.

• Coordinates on design schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies and reviews in-house and consultant traffic control/traffic management/intelligent transportation systems (ITS) plans and projects.
• Coordinates traffic engineering studies and traffic counts.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
• Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Represents the district/division at various meetings.
• Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II

Includes all essential duties listed above, as well as:

• Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts.
• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Trains engineering staff
• Provides design engineering support for districts in project development
  

Minimum Qualifications:

Transportation Engineer I

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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

Licenses and Certifications:

• 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.

Transportation Engineer II

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS

Experience: 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (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

Licenses and Certifications:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Transportation Engineer I and II

• Experience preparing roadway schematics and preliminary engineering layouts.
• Proficiency in OpenRoads Designer (ORD).
• Experience with roadway geometric design and project development processes.

Competencies:

Transportation Engineer I and II

• Considerable Knowledge of:

  • Transportation principles and methods for moving people or goods by multimodal (road, air, water) methods, including their relative costs, advantages and limitations
  • Cost estimating and cost controls
• Proficient skill in:
  • Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
  • Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
  • Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
  • Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations
  • Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
  • Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

• 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:

Transportation Engineer I and II