Texas Department of Transportation · 2 months ago
Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV- Hondo
Hondo, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $107K/yr
4+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer for their Hondo Area Office. The role involves performing advanced transportation engineering tasks across various functional areas, ensuring compliance with laws and standards while managing construction projects and contracts.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers
Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects
Assists in reviewing shop drawings prepared by fabricators for bridges and related structures
Conducts pre-construction meetings and public hearings
Assists Area Engineers with construction contract administration matters
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes
Resolves differences between contractors and inspectors
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements
Conducts final inspections on completed construction projects
Coordinates and/or monitors consultant contracts related projects
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
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 (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
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
Construction engineering policies and procedures
Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
Critical Path Method for managing projects
Cost estimating and cost controls
Applicable industry safety standards, guidelines, and specification codes
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Monitoring the status and progress of projects
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
Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
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-using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication parts
Visual Acuity-determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
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
Benefits
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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