Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer I, II, III, IV, or V- Design Division- Austin, TX

Texas Department of Transportation•Austin, TX

22h

About The Position

Our work includes reviewing H&H designs and studies; collaborating with other statewide discipline offices (Divisions) and the geographic regional offices (Districts); managing technical consultants; developing and managing a large training portfolio; maintaining the TxDOT Hydraulic Design Manual; identifying and leading on emerging issues (e.g., fluvial geomorphology, resilience); participating in research projects performed by Texas Universities and translating that knowledge into practical guidance and design criteria, and; implementing and participating in the transition from 2D to 3D design, digital delivery, and digital construction. Essential Duties: Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer I: Performs planning work such as plan review, calculations and assisting in transportation planning studies. Provides design engineering support for districts in project development. Coordinates with others to develop, monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed in the most efficient manner possible. Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing out transportation projects. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer II: All The Above and: Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters. Acts as consultant project manager, including monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements. Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer III: All The Above and: Represents the division at various meetings. Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering evaluations and to provide technical support. Makes presentations and represents TxDOT. Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer IV: All The Above and: Performs highly advanced and complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and transportation planning studies. Serves as a primary help desk resource for complex technical and policy issues. Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation. Develops training courses and/or materials. Hydraulic (Transportation) Engineer V: All the Above and: Develops and implements modifications to existing program of responsibility. Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources. Monitors, reviews, and recommends on legislation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
TX 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.
Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory.
Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles.
Communicate effectively.
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals.
Maintaining a safe working relationship.
Monitoring the status and progress of projects.
Developing and giving presentations.
Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines.
Coordinating and directing multiple projects.
Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused.
Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions.
Evaluating transportation research and development based on performance criteria and adaptability of materials, equipment, processes and innovations for safe, effective and efficient mobilization of people, products and services.

Responsibilities

Performs planning work such as plan review, calculations and assisting in transportation planning studies.
Provides design engineering support for districts in project development.
Coordinates with others to develop, monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed in the most efficient manner possible.
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing out transportation projects.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
Acts as consultant project manager, including monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
Represents the division at various meetings.
Drives/travels to project/work locations to make on-site engineering evaluations and to provide technical support.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Performs highly advanced and complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and transportation planning studies.
Serves as a primary help desk resource for complex technical and policy issues.
Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation.
Develops training courses and/or materials.
Develops and implements modifications to existing program of responsibility.
Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources.
Monitors, reviews, and recommends on legislation.