Transportation Engineer I-IV (Littlefield Area Office)

Benefits and Perks: 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)

Position Description: 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.

Essential Duties: Transportation Engineer I: Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers. Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans. Investigates and responds to public complaints on traffic signals, signs, railroad crossings, pavement markings, traffic management systems or other traffic related items. Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff. Makes presentations and represents TxDOT. Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors. Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects. Other duties as assigned. Transportation Engineer II: In addition to competencies listed above. Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation. Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters. Coordinates with Area Engineers and reviews area office contract submissions. Other duties as assigned Transportation Engineer III In addition to competencies listed above. Develops plans for the Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and procurement, while utilizing available resources and maintaining the agency's project objectives. Evaluates and makes recommendations for developing, monitoring, and updating integrated project plans and schedules so that projects may be executed in the most efficient and effective manner possible. Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects. Other duties as assigned. Transportation Engineer IV In addition to competencies listed above. Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals. Serves as project/team leader for highly complex projects related to enterprise CPM scheduling and resource management. May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members' career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage. Other duties as assigned.

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

Experience: Transportation Engineer I: 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 Transportation Engineer II: 5 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 Transportation Engineer III: 6 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 Transportation Engineer IV: 7 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 for all levels: 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. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Transportation Engineer I, II, III and IV Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to noise Subject to vibration Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids 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. Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc. Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Crawling-moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing-prolonged periods of time Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction Pulling-using upper extremities to exert force moving objects in a sustained motion Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Feeling-determining size, shape, temperature or texture of objects 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 JobEngineering/Engr Support ScheduleFull-time Employee Status RegularJob Type StandardJob LevelNon-Management Job Posting Oct 1, 2026, 10:02:20 PMUnposting DateOct 16, 2026, 4:59:00 AMState Job Title/sEngineer II/III/IV/VState Job Code/s2153/2154/2155/2156 Military Occupational