Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Engineer II, III, or IV - Digital Delivery - Design Division - Au
Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Transportation Engineer II, III, or IV – Digital Delivery – Design Division – Austin, TX
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Overview TxDOT’s Design Division is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our innovative Digital Delivery Section. You will work with engineers, EAs, and analysts on projects that advance the Digital Delivery Program, which uses models created in the design process directly in construction, reducing reliance on paper plans and enabling digital twins of the TxDOT system. Knowledge of survey, design, construction inspection, hydrology, hydraulics, environmental, and review is essential.
Job Levels and Key Responsibilities Transportation Engineer II
Assist with development of processes, procedures, and pilots for design, construction, hydraulics, environmental, bridge, traffic, and letting for TxDOT’s Digital Delivery Program.
Recommend and implement modifications for continual improvement of the program.
Perform complex engineering design work, including layout development, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
Assist project managers to establish realistic schedule baselines.
Support design, computer operations, and plan preparation.
Interpret the Utility Accommodation Policy.
Conduct or document in‑house research studies.
Provide technical expertise in planning, coordinating, maintaining, and operating traffic management systems.
Evaluate new transportation products and software.
Interpret maintenance standards, rules, procedures, and policies.
Travel to project sites for on‑site reviews, analyses, tests, and technical support.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Transportation Engineer III
All Transportation Engineer II duties.
Oversee construction project traffic control plans and review traffic devices with Area Engineers.
Provide design engineering support for districts during project development.
Assess and report project progress versus baseline to determine trends and variances for complex projects.
Develop technical presentations and represent TxDOT at external meetings.
Act as consultant to staff engineers to coordinate construction operations.
Transportation Engineer IV
All Transportation Engineer III duties.
Develop and deliver presentations representing TxDOT.
Negotiate fees, budgets, scopes of work, and contract schedules.
Monitor consultants’ progress, quality, invoices, and compliance with contract terms, acting as a consultant project manager.
Essential Duties
Assist with development of processes, procedures, and pilots for design, construction, hydraulics, environmental, bridge, traffic, letting, etc., for TxDOT’s Digital Delivery Program.
Recommend and implement program modifications.
Perform engineering design work, layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
Assist project managers with schedule baselines and plan preparation.
Interpret Utility Accommodation Policy, maintenance standards, and policies.
Provide technical expertise in traffic management systems and evaluate new software products.
Travel to project sites for reviews and technical support.
Perform other responsibilities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Transportation Engineer II
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
5 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Transportation Engineer III
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
6 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Transportation Engineer IV
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
7 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license; driving a state vehicle required.
TX Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Safety Impact Certificate.
For engineers not currently licensed in Texas, a PE license must be obtained within six months of hire.
Competencies Transportation Engineer II
Understanding of multimodal transportation principles.
Construction phasing, highway design applications, and geometric relationship to traffic.
Use of engineering workstations and applications for planning and design.
Design and plan preparation methods and requirements.
Cost estimating and controls.
Clear, concise, organized presentation skills.
Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles.
Construction policy and procedure knowledge.
Environmental engineering as it relates to transportation.
Transportation Engineer III
All II competencies plus risk management, contingency planning, and public relations.
Facilitation of group discussions and consensus building.
Transportation Engineer IV
All III competencies plus coordination of multiple projects and alignment with business strategy.
Program development and implementation.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work within indoor and outdoor environments.
Sedentary work; lift up to 10 lbs and occasionally carry files or tools.
Verbal communication required.
Requires close visual acuity for data, figures, and computer use.
Conditions of Employment Please review the standard conditions of employment for all positions:
Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) .
The job is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical.
Drug testing is required for safety impact positions; random testing will occur. Note: medical marijuana is not a valid exemption under 49 CFR Part 40.
Position Information TxDOT’s Design Division is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our innovative Digital Delivery Section. This role supports engineers, environmental analysts, and others in processes that advance the Digital Delivery Program. Join us in shaping transportation infrastructure by turning design data into digital twins for construction and maintenance.
Salary Ranges:
Transportation Engineer II – B25 – $80,000.00 – $102,000.00
Transportation Engineer III – B26 – $95,000.00 – $110,000.00
Transportation Engineer IV – B27 – $105,000.00 – $125,000.00
Benefits and Perks
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.
For a complete list of our total compensation package, visit
Total Compensation Package .
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov) .
Job Details
Engineering/Engr Support
Full‑time
Regular employee status
Standard job type
Non‑management level
Posting date: Dec 4, 2025
Equality and Accommodations The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
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Overview TxDOT’s Design Division is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our innovative Digital Delivery Section. You will work with engineers, EAs, and analysts on projects that advance the Digital Delivery Program, which uses models created in the design process directly in construction, reducing reliance on paper plans and enabling digital twins of the TxDOT system. Knowledge of survey, design, construction inspection, hydrology, hydraulics, environmental, and review is essential.
Job Levels and Key Responsibilities Transportation Engineer II
Assist with development of processes, procedures, and pilots for design, construction, hydraulics, environmental, bridge, traffic, and letting for TxDOT’s Digital Delivery Program.
Recommend and implement modifications for continual improvement of the program.
Perform complex engineering design work, including layout development, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
Assist project managers to establish realistic schedule baselines.
Support design, computer operations, and plan preparation.
Interpret the Utility Accommodation Policy.
Conduct or document in‑house research studies.
Provide technical expertise in planning, coordinating, maintaining, and operating traffic management systems.
Evaluate new transportation products and software.
Interpret maintenance standards, rules, procedures, and policies.
Travel to project sites for on‑site reviews, analyses, tests, and technical support.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Transportation Engineer III
All Transportation Engineer II duties.
Oversee construction project traffic control plans and review traffic devices with Area Engineers.
Provide design engineering support for districts during project development.
Assess and report project progress versus baseline to determine trends and variances for complex projects.
Develop technical presentations and represent TxDOT at external meetings.
Act as consultant to staff engineers to coordinate construction operations.
Transportation Engineer IV
All Transportation Engineer III duties.
Develop and deliver presentations representing TxDOT.
Negotiate fees, budgets, scopes of work, and contract schedules.
Monitor consultants’ progress, quality, invoices, and compliance with contract terms, acting as a consultant project manager.
Essential Duties
Assist with development of processes, procedures, and pilots for design, construction, hydraulics, environmental, bridge, traffic, letting, etc., for TxDOT’s Digital Delivery Program.
Recommend and implement program modifications.
Perform engineering design work, layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates, and contracts.
Assist project managers with schedule baselines and plan preparation.
Interpret Utility Accommodation Policy, maintenance standards, and policies.
Provide technical expertise in traffic management systems and evaluate new software products.
Travel to project sites for reviews and technical support.
Perform other responsibilities as needed.
Minimum Qualifications Transportation Engineer II
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
5 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Transportation Engineer III
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
6 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Transportation Engineer IV
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a related science; accepted by TX PELS.
7 years of engineering, transportation, or related experience, or equivalent part‑time experience.
Graduate‑level education may substitute experience on a year‑per‑year basis.
Licenses and Certifications
Valid driver’s license; driving a state vehicle required.
TX Licensed Professional Engineer (PE).
Safety Impact Certificate.
For engineers not currently licensed in Texas, a PE license must be obtained within six months of hire.
Competencies Transportation Engineer II
Understanding of multimodal transportation principles.
Construction phasing, highway design applications, and geometric relationship to traffic.
Use of engineering workstations and applications for planning and design.
Design and plan preparation methods and requirements.
Cost estimating and controls.
Clear, concise, organized presentation skills.
Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles.
Construction policy and procedure knowledge.
Environmental engineering as it relates to transportation.
Transportation Engineer III
All II competencies plus risk management, contingency planning, and public relations.
Facilitation of group discussions and consensus building.
Transportation Engineer IV
All III competencies plus coordination of multiple projects and alignment with business strategy.
Program development and implementation.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Work within indoor and outdoor environments.
Sedentary work; lift up to 10 lbs and occasionally carry files or tools.
Verbal communication required.
Requires close visual acuity for data, figures, and computer use.
Conditions of Employment Please review the standard conditions of employment for all positions:
Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) .
The job is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical.
Drug testing is required for safety impact positions; random testing will occur. Note: medical marijuana is not a valid exemption under 49 CFR Part 40.
Position Information TxDOT’s Design Division is seeking a Transportation Engineer to join our innovative Digital Delivery Section. This role supports engineers, environmental analysts, and others in processes that advance the Digital Delivery Program. Join us in shaping transportation infrastructure by turning design data into digital twins for construction and maintenance.
Salary Ranges:
Transportation Engineer II – B25 – $80,000.00 – $102,000.00
Transportation Engineer III – B26 – $95,000.00 – $110,000.00
Transportation Engineer IV – B27 – $105,000.00 – $125,000.00
Benefits and Perks
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.
For a complete list of our total compensation package, visit
Total Compensation Package .
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees:
Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov) .
Job Details
Engineering/Engr Support
Full‑time
Regular employee status
Standard job type
Non‑management level
Posting date: Dec 4, 2025
Equality and Accommodations The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Referral Information Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Texas Department of Transportation by 2x.
Get notified about new Transportation Engineer jobs in Austin, TX.
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