Transportation Engineer I-V - Waco HQ

Texas Department of Transportation•Waco, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
4-8 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
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Licensed Prof Engineer
If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification.
For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date 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.
Considerable knowledge of Highway construction design applications
Considerable knowledge of Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
Considerable knowledge of Construction phasing and sequencing
Considerable knowledge of Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
Proficient skill in Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Proficient skill in Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Proficient skill in Performing basic design and drafting
Proficient skill in Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long-term deadlines
Proficient skill in Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Considerable knowledge of Geometric design relationships to traffic operations, maintenance and construction
Considerable knowledge of Cost estimating and cost controls
Considerable knowledge of Contract development and oversight
Proficient skill in Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
Proficient skill in Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Proficient skill in Developing and giving presentations
Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals
Expert skill in Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities
Proficient skill in 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
Expert skill in Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks
Expert skill in Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Expert skill in Planning methods, techniques, and strategies
Expert skill in Persuasion and negotiation of critical issues
Expert skill in Negotiating settlement of differences without damaging relationships; applying effective questioning and listening techniques to determine other parties' positions in a direct and diplomatic manner
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

Assists with design, computer operations and plan preparation
Coordinates on design schematics, assists with capacity and level of service studies and reviews in-house an consultant traffic control/traffic management/intelligent transportation systems (ITS) plans and projects
Coordinates with utility companies, attorneys and governmental representatives to accurately depict the highway project's impact on adjacent properties
Develops and/or reviews engineering related documents, correspondence, reports and remediation plans
Makes presentations and represents TxDOT
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements
Performs engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts
Performs planning work such as plan review, calculations and assisting in transportation planning studies
Reviews literature, technical data, material specifications and procedures
Reviews, processes and certifies project design plans developed by consulting engineers
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Assists in developing and/or monitoring budgets
Negotiates fees, explains scope of work and monitors consultant design contracts
Performs complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts
Performs complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and assisting in transportation planning studies
Trains engineering staff
Performs advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts
Performs advanced and complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and transportation planning studies
Utilizes project management principles in initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling and closing for complex transportation projects
Chairs or serves as a member of a contract selection team
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
Develops and supports implementation activities for new methods, procedures, and technologies
Analyzes and assists in the resolution of contract problems and disputes
May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions; presenting workflow and operational updates to the supervisor/manager; providing input on team members’ career conversations; and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage