Transport Engineer Spec I - Amarillo Deisign at Texas Department of Transportation

Performs advanced and specialized drafting, calculations and design work; performs field work; uses automated systems; learns specialized techniques. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Essential Duties:

• Assists in planning and coordinating office operations.
• Assists in writing general notes, specifications and provisions.
• Performs advanced and specialized design work.
• Performs advanced and specialized drafting and calculations in support of design activities; develops graphic presentations that include distinctive design features.
• Performs traffic engineering design work, analyzes traffic and accident data and recommends solutions for traffic problems.
• Prepares field notes.
• Prepares quantity summaries, hydraulic and utility studies and right-of-way maps.
• Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans.
• Reviews entire sets of plans for format, drafting and calculation errors and correlation of plans and specifications.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications:Education:

High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.

Experience:

6 years drafting, design, plan preparation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training 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.

Competencies:

Extensive knowledge of:

• Advanced and specialized design/drafting procedures
  
  

Considerable knowledge of:

• Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
• Higher mathematics
• Interactive graphic and design information systems
• Applicable computer software applications and hardware
  
  

Some knowledge of:

• Computer-aided drafting and design systems
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
  
  

Expert skill in:

• Advanced and specialized design/drafting
  
  

Proficient skill in:

• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
  
  

Other Attributes:

• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
  
  

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
• Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
• Standing-prolonged periods of time
• Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
  
  

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.
  
  

Position Information

Kick‑start your engineering career as a Transport Engineer Specialist I in the Amarillo Design Department and help shape the future of transportation! In this impactful role, you’ll support planning and design efforts that improve mobility, enhance roadway safety, and strengthen our community’s infrastructure. From analyzing data to assisting with engineering studies and collaborating with cross‑functional teams, you’ll gain hands‑on experience that builds the foundation for long‑term growth. If you’re driven, detail‑oriented, and eager to make a meaningful difference in public transportation systems, this is your chance to join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional development.

At TxDOT, we have three core values: Safety for our employees and the traveling public, value our employees, and preserve our assets. We also strive to achieve a work-life balance and recognize the importance of your career as well as your home life.

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

Dec 23, 2025, 8:54:09 AM

State Job Title/s

Engineering Specialist I

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