Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV or V at Texas Department of Transportation

Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and research. 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer I

• Assists Project Managers with design, computer operations, plan preparation, plan updates, project development, survey requests and correspondence.
• Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Transportation Engineer II

In addition to the duties listed above

• Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Updates, reviews, monitors, and reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and standard sheets.
• Develops and reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans.
  
  

Transportation Engineer III

In addition to the duties listed above

• Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Trains engineering staff.
  
  

Transportation Engineer IV

In addition to the duties listed above

• Analyzes and assists in the resolution of construction issues, RFI's, and design related issues.
• Serves as a project manager overseeing consultants performing advanced and complex engineering work.
  
  

Transportation Engineer V

In addition to the duties listed above

• Serves as lead work, leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others and serves as a project/team lead for advanced and highly complex projects. Will also Lead/Train professional and administrative staff.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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

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

Transportation Engineer V: 8 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:

• 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:

• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Performing basic design and drafting
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems. Applicable programs: Microstation and Open Roads Designer. Applicable application: Microsoft Excel
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
• Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Geotechnical design activities and principles
• Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
• Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
• Construction phasing and sequencing
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to outside environmental conditions; no effective weather protection
• Subject to noise
• Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
• Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Fingering-picking, pinching, typing; working primarily with fingers rather than whole hand
• 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 fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Visual Acuity-operate motor vehicles and heavy equipment
  
  

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/standard-conditions.pdf

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.

Position Information

Are you an engineer who loves a good challenge and values work-life balance? Want to work on meaningful projects and enjoy unbeatable benefits? The San Antonio District is on the lookout for passionate Transportation Engineers to join our Central Design Section based in New Braunfels! You will get to work on a variety of exciting projects across a twelve-county area. We're looking for motivated problem-solvers who are ready to learn, grow, and make a real impact. This is more than a job — it’s a career with a purpose. TxDOT offers great benefits, work-life balance and opportunity for advancement! If you're ready to bring your skills, ideas, and energy to a team that's building the future of Texas transportation we are looking for you!

Annual Salary Ranges

Transportation Engineer I (B24) - $65,104 - $106,634

Transportation Engineer II (B25) - $69,572 - $114,099

Transportation Engineer III (B26): $76,530- $129,430

Transportation Engineer IV (B27): $84,182- $142,374

Transportation Engineer V (B28): $92,600- $156,612

This position is for (1) Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV or V. 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)

Job

Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Type

Standard

Job Level

Non-Management

Job Posting

Nov 14, 2025, 3:22:10 PM

State Job Title/s

Engineer II/III/IV/V/VI

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