Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV - Bridge Division - Bridge Division

Texas Department of Transportation•Austin, TX

About The Position

Transportation Engineer I: Performs transportation engineering work in the areas of bridge inspection, bridge analyses, and bridge 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details. Transportation Engineer II: Performs complex transportation engineering work in the areas of bridge inspection, bridge analyses, and bridge 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor]. Transportation Engineer III: Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in the areas of bridge inspection, bridge analyses, and bridge 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]. Transportation Engineer IV: Performs highly advanced and complex transportation engineering work in the areas of bridge inspection, bridge analyses, and bridge 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

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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
5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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
6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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
7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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
Licensed Prof Engineer
Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate
Safety Impact certification is not required at the time of application. The Safety Impact certification will be issued by TxDOT at the time of hire
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.
Structural engineering terminology, principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures
Report writing and proofreading skills
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
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
Fatigue and fracture mechanics
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
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
Coordinating and directing multiple projects
DBE, HUB, SBE use
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.

Responsibilities

Inspects bridges according to National Bridge Inspection Standards.
Ensures compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards
Assists in overseeing contracts, issuing work orders and monitoring construction schedules and contractor payments and job progress on construction projects.
Assists Project Managers related to resource assignments, schedules, scope, communication, quality, and/or procurement
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
Performs inspections, structural evaluations and analyses of bridges and related structures that have appraisal and condition ratings or are recommended for closure.
Recommends bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.
Reviews designs and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians.
Writes reports, specifications, and test procedures.
Coordinates with others to develop, monitor and update integrated project plans and schedules to ensure projects are executed in the most efficient manner possible.
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters.
Schedules, assigns and oversees bridge inspection activities
Serves as a primary help desk resource for routine technical and policy issues.
Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant inspection contracts.
Acts in an advisory capacity on administrative, technical, regulatory and engineering aspects of transportation.
Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans
May serve as a lead worker and the related tasks
Performs final review, prepares, evaluates and negotiates contracts with consultants for routine, fracture critical and underwater bridge inspections
Chairs or serves as a member of a contract selection team.
Coordinates and/or monitors consultant contracts related projects.
Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.
Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance.
Serves as a project manager overseeing consultants performing advanced and complex engineering work.
Formulates, develops and/or monitors budgets and financial information.