Transportation Engineer II/III/IV- District Bridge Section (Austin District)

Transportation Engineer II/III/IV – District Bridge Section (Austin District) (2601601) Position Overview The Austin District Bridge Section seeks a Transportation Engineer II, III, or IV to join our team. The engineer will have experience in Bridge Design, Bridge Inspection, and/or Bridge Repair. This position plays a key role in supporting the district’s bridge program, including bridge design, evaluating bridge conditions, developing repair plans, reviewing design documents, and coordinating with Area Offices and maintenance sections. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical skills, sound engineering judgment, and a commitment to ensuring the safety of our bridge infrastructure. Salary Transportation Engineer II B25 ($69,572 - $114,099/Annual) Transportation Engineer III B26 ($76,530 - $129,430/Annual) Transportation Engineer IV B27 ($84,182 - $142,374/Annual) The Texas Department of Transportation 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. Work Locations & Travel Work Location: Austin District Headquarters, 7901 N IH 35, Austin, 78753 Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift: Day (40 hours per week, onsite) Benefits and Perks 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. Job Responsibilities This position 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 maintenance. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives and handle issues independently. Essential Duties Assist with structural review of complex forming, falsework and erection details. Perform complex structural analysis of bridge designs. Assist with recommendations to the Motor Carrier Division for routing of overload vehicles. Develop specifications for special bridge design details and projects. Perform complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans, specifications, estimates and contracts. Answer technical and policy questions related to bridge inspection and maintain bridge inspection data; analyze data and provide summaries. Ensure compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards. Inspect, evaluate and analyze bridges and related structures with appraisal and condition ratings or recommended for closure. Recommend bridge replacement, rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges. Review designs and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians. Design highly complex bridge projects and perform specialized design. Inspect structures for impact damage and construction problems; design emergency shoring to prevent collapse of damaged structures. Rate and monitor load‑carrying capacities of bridges. Review shop drawings prepared by fabricators for bridges and related structures. Coordinate consultants and monitor related contracts. Maintain a critical bridge list and coordinate with the Bridge Division and other district staff on critical findings. Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science; higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Valid driver’s license and ability to drive a state vehicle. Licensed Professional Engineer (in any U.S. state). If performing underwater bridge inspections: Open Water Diver certification. For Bridge Inspection: completed comprehensive training based on the Bridge Inspector’s Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within one year of hire. Professional engineers licensed in another state must obtain a Texas license within six (6) months of hire and sign an agreement. Competencies Standards and specifications for bridge and other transportation structures Fatigue and fracture mechanics Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures Foundation analysis programs Contract development and oversight Planning, coordinating, and handling multiple projects to meet deadlines Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Lift up to 20 lbs; frequently lift or carry objects 10 lbs or more. Repetitive motion: substantial movements of wrists, hands, fingers. Exposure to environmental conditions; subject to weather, moving vehicles, mechanical parts, high places, heat or chemicals. Tasks requiring kneeling, bending legs, reaching, standing, lifting, grasping, talking, hearing. This job is physically demanding and requires a pre‑employment physical. Drug Testing Must pass a drug test prior to employment. This is a Safety Impact position and is subject to random drug testing. The Department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test. EEO Statement The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Veterans TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification where applicable. #J-18808-Ljbffr Texas Department of Transportation