Transportation Engineer I or II - (2601816)
Position Information
TxDOT's Central Design C section is looking for a Transportation Engineer I or II based in our Headquarters Office in Houston, TX. As a Transportation Engineer, you will be a key part of our design team working on our district's major projects. This position requires a strong engineering background (knowledge and experience). This position also requires some engineering drafting skills to begin with and being a trusted and reliable team player when it comes to getting the job done. We provide every employee a great opportunity to learn and grow. If you want to become a successful transportation professional, join us and let us help you reach your goal!
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.
Minimum Salary: 75,000.00
Maximum Salary: 105,000.00
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Exempt
Work Locations: Hou District Headquartrs 7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE Houston 77007
Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: 40 Hrs./Week
Location Flexibility: Onsite
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
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.
Essential Duties:
Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Interprets manuals and required guidelines for traffic operations.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
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
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:
The essential duties for this job includes those listed above and the following:
Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
Trains engineering staff.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
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.
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
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 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 I and II
Licenses and Certifications:
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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.
Competencies:
Transportation Engineer I
Considerable knowledge of
Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Construction phasing and sequencing
Pavement concepts, methods, policies and requirements
Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
Proficient skill in
Performing basic design and drafting
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
Other attributes
Transportation Engineer II
The competencies for this job include those listed above and the following:
Considerable knowledge of
Proficient skill in
Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Transportation Engineer I and II
Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
Subject to noise
Required to wear protective gear - respirator, hard hat, or other devices
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
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
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
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 - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment
Visual Acuity - determine work quality/make general observations of facilities/structures
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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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.
Job: Engineering/Engr Support
Job Level: Non-Management
Job Posting: Jul 28, 2026, 11:18:17 AM
Unposting Date: Aug 25, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
State Job Title/s: Engineer II/Engineer III
State Job Code/s: 2153/2154
Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Applicant Information
The 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 Action of 1990.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
