Transportation Engineer III, IV- Materials and Tests Division

Texas Department of Transportation•Austin, TX

About The Position

Transportation Engineer III 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. Transportation Engineer IV 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Transportation Engineer III - 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer IV - 7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
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.
Considerable knowledge of: Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development
Expert skill in: Research and analysis methodologies
Proficient skill in: Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees
Leading, assigning, reviewing, and monitoring the work of others
Evaluating products, equipment and material
Considerable knowledge of: Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
Risk analysis procedures and methods
Budgeting methods and procedures
Proficient skill in: Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to noise
Subject to vibration
Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other device
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
Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Close Visual Acuity-work includes visual inspection of small defects/parts
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.

Responsibilities

Evaluates the performance of new transportation products.
Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies.
Investigates materials failures or fabrication problems; reviews test data and assists in determining cause of failing materials.
Serve as a lead worker and the related tasks.
Performs engineering analysis of statewide materials conditions and develops reports
Writes reports, specifications and test procedures.
Leads/Trains professional and administrative staff.
Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.
Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.
Provides assistance and technical support to districts, divisions and the FHWA in matters concerning bridge maintenance.
Provides information regarding innovative and experimental technologies to department personnel.