Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Engineer I-IV CC-Central Design
Texas Department of Transportation, Corpus Christi, Texas, United States, 78417
Overview
Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or 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. Responsibilities
Transportation Engineer I : Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer II : Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer III : Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer IV : Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance. Performs highly advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 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 (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 Certification
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Prof Engineer* Safety Impact Certificate *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
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 Construction phasing and sequencing Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Performing basic design and drafting Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Conditions of Employment
Please 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.
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Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or 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. Responsibilities
Transportation Engineer I : Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer II : Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer III : Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer IV : Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance. Performs highly advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions. Reviews and revises schematics, PS&E, project designs, shop drawings and field changes for traffic control devices, signals, signs, markings, detours, traffic control plans, electrical distribution and roadway lighting and traffic management systems. Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests. Trains engineering staff. Updates, reviews, monitors, and/or reviews requests for changes to plans, manuals and/or standard sheets. Writes/reviews proposals and estimates for letting. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. 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 (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 Certification
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Prof Engineer* Safety Impact Certificate *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
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 Construction phasing and sequencing Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities Design and plan preparation methods and requirements Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities Performing basic design and drafting Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Conditions of Employment
Please 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.
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