OverviewPerform transportation engineering work in areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, and maintenance. Ensure 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 employees perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential DutiesTransportation Engineer IDesign moderately complex schematic and PS&E projects.Drive/travel to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.May serve as a lead worker.Monitor consultants' progress and work quality; check invoices and associated documents; prepare supplemental agreements.Perform engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.Prepare, evaluate and negotiate contracts with consultants for schematic and PS&E projects.Review, process and certify project design plans developed by consulting engineers.Serve as liaison with MPOs and the public concerning proposed project development and planning.Use Critical Path Method (CPM) to accomplish scheduling and resource management of transportation projects.Coordinate with others to develop, monitor and update project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed efficiently.Perform other job responsibilities as assigned.Transportation Engineer IIAssist in developing and monitoring budgets.Perform complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.Perform complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and assisting in transportation planning studies.Train engineering staff.Minimum QualificationsEducationBachelor's Degree in engineering or related science. Bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.ExperienceTransportation Engineer I: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience.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.Licenses and CertificationValid driver's license. Position requires driving a state vehicle.Licensed Professional Engineer.Professional engineers licensed in another U.S. state who are not currently licensed in Texas must: meet Texas license requirements, obtain a Texas professional engineering license within six months of hire, and sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment.CompetenciesConsiderable Knowledge OfApplicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities.Design and plan preparation methods and requirements.Critical Path Method for managing projects.Budgeting methods and procedures.Contract development and oversight.Applicable laws, rules, and regulations.Proficient skill inPlanning methods, techniques, and strategies.Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.Performing basic design and drafting.Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long‑term deadlines.Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others.Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others.Other AttributesExercise logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; make decisions that support business objectives and goals.Physical Requirements and Working ConditionsLight work: lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.Conditions of EmploymentThis 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.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.Position InformationTxDOT Tyler District is looking for a Transportation Design Engineer I or II to join the Advance Transportation Planning and Development team in a project manager role. The role involves designing, managing, and coordinating schematic and PS&E for mobility projects throughout the eight‑county district, overseeing roadway design projects from initial scoping and design through the letting and bidding process.Transportation Engineer I: B24 ($65,104 - $106,634 annually)Transportation Engineer II: B25 ($69,572 - $114,099 annually)BenefitsRetirement PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full‑Time EmployeesOn‑the‑Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily‑Friendly Policies and ProgramsJob InformationEngineering/Engr SupportFull‑timeRegularNon‑ManagementApplicant InformationThe Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.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 Act of 1990.#J-18808-Ljbffr