Caltrans District 3
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)
Caltrans District 3, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Job Title
Project Engineer – Major Maintenance (Transportation Engineer – Civil)
Department Department of Transportation
Job Code JC-503560
Classification Transportation Engineer (Civil)
Salary Range $6,488.00 – $12,152.00 per month (depending on qualification range)
Location 50 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CA
Telework Hybrid – may be eligible for telework at department discretion
Employment Type Permanent, Full‑Time
Working Hours Standard office hours with field and travel requirements; may involve overnight stays and travel throughout the district.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Pavement/Bridge/Drainage/Facilities Manager and a Senior Transportation Engineer, support the District 5 Maintenance Program.
Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for major maintenance projects including roadway, roadside, structures, traffic guidance, electrical, drainage, TBMP, and facilities projects.
Identify and review field conditions, propose solutions, and determine priority needs.
Analyze current condition of maintenance program assets and prepare reports and recommendations for program element requirements.
Coordinate with district and HQ functional units to prepare project PS&E packages.
Review project priority and develop annual project proposals for the maintenance program.
Prepare and deliver Minor B Projects and Service Contracts.
Qualifications
Meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for the Transportation Engineer (Civil) classification.
Eligibility may be determined by score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam.
Required: Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that addresses specific competency questions.
Special Requirements
Appointment to Range D requires a valid Civil Professional Engineering License issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. PE license not required for other ranges.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required – must be typed, single‑spaced, no more than two pages, 12‑point Arial font.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) The SOQ must address the following three competency questions in the order indicated:
1. Why you are the best candidate for the role.
2. Describe a challenging experience dealing with project issues, how you handled it, and key take‑away lessons.
3. Describe how you approach building positive, constructive, and professional relationships.
Application Instructions Submit a complete application package including the State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and any required documents. Application packages must be received by the final filing date of 1/30/2026. Candidates who do not submit all required items may not be considered.
Benefits Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in California is available at https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Contact Information Human Resources Contact: Dina Coloma, (279) 234‑2328, dina.coloma@dot.ca.gov.
Hiring Unit Contact: Caroline Fiscalini, (805) 858‑8416, Caroline.Fiscalini@dot.ca.gov.
EEO Office (Equal Employment Opportunity): Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368‑3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov.
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice).
Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and provides a drug‑free workplace. All applicants will be considered regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. The State of California seeks to create a workforce that reflects the community it serves.
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Department Department of Transportation
Job Code JC-503560
Classification Transportation Engineer (Civil)
Salary Range $6,488.00 – $12,152.00 per month (depending on qualification range)
Location 50 Higuera St., San Luis Obispo, San Luis Obispo County, CA
Telework Hybrid – may be eligible for telework at department discretion
Employment Type Permanent, Full‑Time
Working Hours Standard office hours with field and travel requirements; may involve overnight stays and travel throughout the district.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Pavement/Bridge/Drainage/Facilities Manager and a Senior Transportation Engineer, support the District 5 Maintenance Program.
Develop plans, specifications, and cost estimates for major maintenance projects including roadway, roadside, structures, traffic guidance, electrical, drainage, TBMP, and facilities projects.
Identify and review field conditions, propose solutions, and determine priority needs.
Analyze current condition of maintenance program assets and prepare reports and recommendations for program element requirements.
Coordinate with district and HQ functional units to prepare project PS&E packages.
Review project priority and develop annual project proposals for the maintenance program.
Prepare and deliver Minor B Projects and Service Contracts.
Qualifications
Meet the Minimum Qualifications (MQs) for the Transportation Engineer (Civil) classification.
Eligibility may be determined by score on the Transportation Engineer (Civil) exam.
Required: Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) that addresses specific competency questions.
Special Requirements
Appointment to Range D requires a valid Civil Professional Engineering License issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. PE license not required for other ranges.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required – must be typed, single‑spaced, no more than two pages, 12‑point Arial font.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) The SOQ must address the following three competency questions in the order indicated:
1. Why you are the best candidate for the role.
2. Describe a challenging experience dealing with project issues, how you handled it, and key take‑away lessons.
3. Describe how you approach building positive, constructive, and professional relationships.
Application Instructions Submit a complete application package including the State Examination/Employment Application (STD 678) and any required documents. Application packages must be received by the final filing date of 1/30/2026. Candidates who do not submit all required items may not be considered.
Benefits Benefits Summary for Civil Service Employees in California is available at https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Contact Information Human Resources Contact: Dina Coloma, (279) 234‑2328, dina.coloma@dot.ca.gov.
Hiring Unit Contact: Caroline Fiscalini, (805) 858‑8416, Caroline.Fiscalini@dot.ca.gov.
EEO Office (Equal Employment Opportunity): Caltrans EEO Office, (844) 368‑3367, Ask.eeo@dot.ca.gov.
California Relay Service: 1‑800‑735‑2929 (TTY), 1‑800‑735‑2922 (Voice).
Director’s EEO Policy: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/equal-employment-opportunity.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of California is an equal opportunity employer and provides a drug‑free workplace. All applicants will be considered regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and other protected characteristics. The State of California seeks to create a workforce that reflects the community it serves.
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