District Bridge Engineer (Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV) - Atlanta, TX

Job Description Position Information Are you ready to shape the future of Texas infrastructure? The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking a Bridge Engineer (Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV) located in Atlanta, TX to oversee the maintenance of bridges that connect communities across the 9-county Atlanta District. As a Bridge Engineer, you’ll apply advanced engineering principles to ensure structural integrity, safety, and compliance with state and federal standards. You’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, review plans, conduct inspections, and provide innovative solutions for aging infrastructure and new development. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that support mobility and economic growth throughout Texas. TxDOT provides competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a strong culture of professional development. Join us and help build the bridges that keep Texas moving forward. Transportation Engineer I – Salary Grade: B24; Salary Range: $65,104 - $106,634 yearly Transportation Engineer II – Salary Grade: B25; Salary Range: $69,572 - $114,099 yearly Transportation Engineer III – Salary Grade: B26; Salary Range: $76,530 - $129,430 yearly Transportation Engineer IV – Salary Grade: B27; Salary Range: $84,182 - $142,374 yearly TxDOT 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 65,104.00 Maximum Salary 142,374.00 Pay Basis Yearly FLSA Status Exempt Work Locations Atlanta District Headquarters 701 EAST MAIN ST Atlanta 75551 Travel Yes, 10% of the Time Shift Day Job Shift Details 40 Location Flexibility Onsite Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including: 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) Job Description (Detailed) 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. Performs 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. 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 with primary focus on the district's bridge program. 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. Answers technical and policy questions related to bridge inspection and maintains bridge inspection data; analyzes data and provides summaries. Reviews designed and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer II and III (Additional Responsibilities) Assists districts with bridge inspection‑related matters Schedules, assigns and oversees bridge inspection activities. 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. Maintains a critical bridge list and coordinates with the Bridge Division, area engineers and other district staff on critical findings involving state‑maintained bridges to have them posted, repaired and/or closed to the traveling public. 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. Performs highly advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Performs, reviews and monitors detailed investigations, data collection, analyses and coordination of bridge related research and recommends cost‑effective project level design for new, rehabilitated and reconstructed bridges. Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges. 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 Certification Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.). IMPORTANT: 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 one year of date of hire. Professional engineers licensed in another state but not currently licensed in Texas must meet the Texas Engineering Practices Act requirements, obtain a professional engineering license from Texas within six months of hire, and sign an agreement to that effect as a condition of employment. Knowledge of applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems; hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles; standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures; bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations; program/project planning, development, and management methodologies; maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements. Skill in performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering calculations; applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities; coordinating and directing multiple projects. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions. Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs. 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.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. Employment Information Schedule: Full‑time Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Level: Non‑Management Job Posting: Sep 29, 2025, 9:26:02 AM Unposting Date: Ongoing State Job Title/s: Engineer II/III/IV/V State Job Code/s: 2153/2154/2155/2156 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. To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category. Equal Opportunity Employer 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 Act of 1990. #J-18808-Ljbffr Txdot