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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
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Caltrans .
Base pay range: $6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A | $7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B | $8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C | $9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D.
Equal Opportunity Employer Caltrans and the State of California are equal opportunity employers, committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. All applicants are considered on a merit basis regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family care status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-503560
Position #: 905-600-3135-XXX
Working Title: Project Engineer – Major Maintenance
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: San Luis Obispo County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department: Caltrans – Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation; Vision: A thriving and connected California.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Pavement/Bridge/Drainage/Facilities Manager, a Senior Transportation Engineer, the Project Engineer will perform varied duties in support of the District 5 Maintenance Program. Responsibilities include developing plans, specifications, and estimates for Major Maintenance projects (Roadway, Roadside, Structures, Traffic Guidance, Electrical, Drainage, TBMP and Facilities), reviewing field data, prioritizing needs, coordinating with headquarters and district programs, preparing PS&E packages, and managing minor B projects and service contracts.
Candidates must review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. For Pattern II with the TE Civil written hurdle exam, do not take the online exam before passing the written hurdle. For clarification on education requirements, contact the Human Resources Contact. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam.
Special Requirements
Appointment in Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.
SOQ Instructions
Describe why you believe your knowledge, skills, and experience would make you the best candidate for the TE (Civil) – Maintenance Design Project Engineer position.
Describe your most challenging experience dealing with a project issue, how you handled it, and what you took away.
Describe how you approach building positive, constructive, and professional relationships.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. Transcripts or equivalency reports may be required for verification.
Application Instructions Complete applications and required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 1/30/2026.
Submit electronically via your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Hard copy applications may be submitted to Caltrans DHR Contact, Certification Services MS‑90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036.
Required Application Package Documents:
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent).
Resume (optional).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process should request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling. EEO contact listed on the posting is available for queries about accommodations.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Government Administration
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TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
role at
Caltrans .
Base pay range: $6,488.00 - $7,735.00 A | $7,428.00 - $9,296.00 B | $8,896.00 - $11,131.00 C | $9,712.00 - $12,152.00 D.
Equal Opportunity Employer Caltrans and the State of California are equal opportunity employers, committed to providing a drug‑free workplace. All applicants are considered on a merit basis regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, family care status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.
Position Details
Job Code #: JC-503560
Position #: 905-600-3135-XXX
Working Title: Project Engineer – Major Maintenance
Classification: TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
# of Positions: Multiple
Work Location: San Luis Obispo County
Telework: Hybrid
Job Type: Permanent, Full Time
Department: Caltrans – Mission: Improving lives and communities through transportation; Vision: A thriving and connected California.
Department Website: www.dot.ca.gov
Director’s EEO Policy Statement: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity
Job Description and Duties Under the general direction of the Pavement/Bridge/Drainage/Facilities Manager, a Senior Transportation Engineer, the Project Engineer will perform varied duties in support of the District 5 Maintenance Program. Responsibilities include developing plans, specifications, and estimates for Major Maintenance projects (Roadway, Roadside, Structures, Traffic Guidance, Electrical, Drainage, TBMP and Facilities), reviewing field data, prioritizing needs, coordinating with headquarters and district programs, preparing PS&E packages, and managing minor B projects and service contracts.
Candidates must review the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for this classification. For Pattern II with the TE Civil written hurdle exam, do not take the online exam before passing the written hurdle. For clarification on education requirements, contact the Human Resources Contact. Eligibility for hire may be determined by your score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam.
Special Requirements
Appointment in Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.
SOQ Instructions
Describe why you believe your knowledge, skills, and experience would make you the best candidate for the TE (Civil) – Maintenance Design Project Engineer position.
Describe your most challenging experience dealing with a project issue, how you handled it, and what you took away.
Describe how you approach building positive, constructive, and professional relationships.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. Transcripts or equivalency reports may be required for verification.
Application Instructions Complete applications and required documents must be received by the Final Filing Date: 1/30/2026.
Submit electronically via your CalCareer Account at www.CalCareers.ca.gov. Hard copy applications may be submitted to Caltrans DHR Contact, Certification Services MS‑90, P.O. Box 168036, Sacramento, CA 95816‑8036.
Required Application Package Documents:
State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (or electronic equivalent).
Resume (optional).
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
Applicants requiring reasonable accommodations for the hiring interview process should request accommodations at the time of interview scheduling. EEO contact listed on the posting is available for queries about accommodations.
Seniority Level
Entry level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Government Administration
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