Field Engineer - Houston District Headquarters

Position Information

Join the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District Maintenance Office and play a key role in the district maintenance operations. In this position, the Field Engineer will interact with TxDOT Area Offices and Maintenance Sections on a daily basis to monitor and progress maintenance projects, provide technical and field expertise on maintenance issues, perform interim and final acceptance inspections, Plan Review, Future project development and scoping, Traffic Control Review, Permits Review, Administer Training both formal and informal, as well as review Contractor Claims and Disputes. Work is independent and requires extensive knowledge of Roadway Maintenance and Traffic Control.

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.

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.

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:

Transportation Engineer I

• Assists in evaluating pavement products and pavement condition data.
• Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.
• Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.
• Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district.
• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.
• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
• 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.
• Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II

Includes all essential duties listed for Transportation Engineer I as well as:

• Develops training courses and/or materials.
• Analyzes and recommends approval for modifications to highway maintenance contracts.
• Coordinates maintenance matters with Area Engineers.
• Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Transportation Engineer I and II:

• 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 fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Transportation Engineer II:

• 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated parttime equivalent)

Licenses and Certifications:

Transpiration Engineer I and II:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

Transportation Engineer I and II:

• Knowledge of pavement preservation and rehab techniques.
• Knowledge of herbicide application and other roadside maintenance techniques.

Competencies:

Transportation Engineer I and II:

Considerable knowledge of:

• Construction, operation and maintenance of traffic control devices
• Pavement maintenance
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures
• Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Contract development and oversight
• Budgeting methods and procedures

Proficient skill in:

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Transportation Engineer I and II:

• Subject to environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs.
• Balancing - walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Standing - prolonged periods of time
• Walking - moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
• Talking - expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Hearing - perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Close Visual Acuity - work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity - operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.
• Must be able to report for duty to the district office to assist with EOC operations during weather response and other emergency events.