Transportation Engineer III, IV or V - Bridge Engineer

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Lufkin, TX, United StatesYesterday

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Skills

cost controlcost estimatingsafety inspections

About the role

TxDOT's Lufkin District is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill the critical role of District Bridge Engineer.

This position will be responsible for supporting the Lufkin District’s bridge program across its 9 counties. Job duties will include oversight of the bridge inspection program, providing technical assistance to bridge maintenance operations, identification of bridges for maintenance, rehabilitation and replacement projects, and supporting bridge project development. TxDOT offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge, teamwork, outstanding training programs, opportunity for growth and advancement, and work/life balance. Come be part of our team, apply now.

TxDOT's Lufkin District is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill the critical role of District Bridge Engineer.

Lufkin District Headquarters (11DISTHQ)
1805 N TIMBERLAND DRIVE
Lufkin, 75901

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

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)

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/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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for the Transportation Engineer III include

Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters.
Coordinates with local officials on critical findings involving structures which are not under state jurisdictions to have them posted, repaired or closed to the traveling public.
Ensures compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards.
Inspects structures for impact damage and/or construction problems and may design emergency shoring to prevent collapse of damaged structures.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
Performs final review, prepares, evaluates and negotiates contracts with consultants for routine, fracture critical and underwater bridge inspections.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Transportation Engineer IV include:

Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.

Additional duties for Transportation Engineer V include:

Develops and supports implementation activities for new methods, procedures, and technologies

Essential Duties:

The essential duties for the Transportation Engineer III include

Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters.
Coordinates with local officials on critical findings involving structures which are not under state jurisdictions to have them posted, repaired or closed to the traveling public.
Ensures compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards.
Inspects structures for impact damage and/or construction problems and may design emergency shoring to prevent collapse of damaged structures.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
Performs final review, prepares, evaluates and negotiates contracts with consultants for routine, fracture critical and underwater bridge inspections.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Additional duties for Transportation Engineer IV include:

Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.

Additional duties for Transportation Engineer V include:

Develops and supports implementation activities for new methods, procedures, and technologies

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

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

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

Transportation Engineer V

8 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*
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.

*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:

Competencies:

The required competencies for the Transportation Engineer III include:

Considerable knowledge of
- Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
- Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
- Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
- Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
- Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures
- Cost estimating and cost controls
Proficient skill in
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Additional competencies for Transportation Engineer IV include:

Expert skill in
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Additional competencies for Transportation Engineer V include:

Extensive knowledge of
- Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
- Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
- Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
- Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
- Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures
- Cost estimating and cost controls

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions

This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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.
- 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.