Texas Department of Transportation
Transportation Engineer – Construction Division, Claims Section
Texas Department of Transportation, Austin, Texas, us, 78716
Job Description - Transportation Engineer – Construction Division, Claims Section (2600038)
Position Information TxDOT's Construction Division is looking for an engineer to work in our claims section. The future CST Engineer will primarily be responsible for drafting claim reports for the Contract Claims Committee and sharing the knowledge gained through CST's provided training. The claims section is a part of CST construction section which provides support to TxDOT's 25 districts on all matters related to contract administration as well as handling TxDOT's contract claims process. There is also an opportunity to assist impacting TxDOT's statewide construction program and expand their knowledge through working with TxDOT's Construction Support section.
Position Title, Salary Grade/Range
Transportation Engineer III, B26: $76,530 - $129,430
Transportation Engineer IV, B27: $84,182 - $142,374
Transportation Engineer V, B28: $92,600 - $156,612
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary 80,000.00
Maximum Salary 131,000.00
Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt
Work Locations Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744
Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Location Flexibility : Onsite
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
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)
Performs advanced and complex 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Performs highly advanced and complex 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and/or research. 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Assists in the development, publishing and delivery of technical training and guidance to project personnel on scheduling and resourcing of projects.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
Reviews literature, technical data, material specifications and procedures.
Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
Writes reports, specifications and test procedures.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
All of the above and
Uses department's enterprise Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and resource management tool to accomplish scheduling and resource management of transportation projects.
Monitors, evaluates, analyzes and makes recommendations on formal contractor claims, approval for use of consultant and/or to highway contracts.
Represents the district/division at various meetings.
Develops training courses and/or materials.
All of the above and
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects.
Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
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 Certifications Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Licensed Prof Engineer*
*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.
Applicable plans, specifications, and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements.
Construction engineering policies and procedures
Developing and giving presentations
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused.
Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
Preparing technical/statistical reports
Construction phasing and sequencing
All of the above and
Critical Path Method for managing projects
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
All of the above and
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
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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.
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Job Type Standard
Job Level Non-Management
Job Posting Jan 7, 2026, 5:32:24 PM
Unposting Date Ongoing
State Job Title/s Engineer IV/V/VI State Job Code/s : 2155/2156/2157
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.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Position Information TxDOT's Construction Division is looking for an engineer to work in our claims section. The future CST Engineer will primarily be responsible for drafting claim reports for the Contract Claims Committee and sharing the knowledge gained through CST's provided training. The claims section is a part of CST construction section which provides support to TxDOT's 25 districts on all matters related to contract administration as well as handling TxDOT's contract claims process. There is also an opportunity to assist impacting TxDOT's statewide construction program and expand their knowledge through working with TxDOT's Construction Support section.
Position Title, Salary Grade/Range
Transportation Engineer III, B26: $76,530 - $129,430
Transportation Engineer IV, B27: $84,182 - $142,374
Transportation Engineer V, B28: $92,600 - $156,612
The Texas Department of Transportation reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level, and all other appropriate factors, and based on business needs.
Minimum Salary 80,000.00
Maximum Salary 131,000.00
Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status : Exempt
Work Locations Stassney Hq - Main 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744
Travel Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Location Flexibility : Onsite
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
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)
Performs advanced and complex 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 establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.
Performs highly advanced and complex 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations, maintenance and/or research. 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Assists in the development, publishing and delivery of technical training and guidance to project personnel on scheduling and resourcing of projects.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Reviews change orders, supplemental agreements, memorandum agreements and extra work orders; reviews monthly and final estimates prior to submittal.
Reviews literature, technical data, material specifications and procedures.
Reviews shop drawings, plans, specifications, estimates, supplemental agreements and change order requests.
Writes reports, specifications and test procedures.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
All of the above and
Uses department's enterprise Critical Path Method (CPM) schedule and resource management tool to accomplish scheduling and resource management of transportation projects.
Monitors, evaluates, analyzes and makes recommendations on formal contractor claims, approval for use of consultant and/or to highway contracts.
Represents the district/division at various meetings.
Develops training courses and/or materials.
All of the above and
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering reviews, analyses, tests and to provide technical support.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for transportation projects.
Minimum Qualifications Education Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
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 Certifications Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Licensed Prof Engineer*
*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.
Applicable plans, specifications, and estimates preparation, review, processing, and compliance requirements.
Construction engineering policies and procedures
Developing and giving presentations
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused.
Analyzing and organizing business and technical data
Preparing technical/statistical reports
Construction phasing and sequencing
All of the above and
Critical Path Method for managing projects
Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
All of the above and
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
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device.
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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.
Schedule Full-time
Employee Status Regular
Job Type Standard
Job Level Non-Management
Job Posting Jan 7, 2026, 5:32:24 PM
Unposting Date Ongoing
State Job Title/s Engineer IV/V/VI State Job Code/s : 2155/2156/2157
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.
Click on the appropriate occupational category to view the MOS codes.
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.
#J-18808-Ljbffr