Field Engineer - Houston District Headquarters

Join the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District Maintenance Office and play a key role in the district maintenance operations. In this position, the Field Engineer will interact with TxDOT Area Offices and Maintenance Sections on a daily basis to monitor and progress maintenance projects, provide technical and field expertise on maintenance issues, perform interim and final acceptance inspections, Plan Review, Future project development and scoping, Traffic Control Review, Permits Review, Administer Training both formal and informal, as well as review Contractor Claims and Disputes. Work is independent and requires extensive knowledge of Roadway Maintenance and Traffic Control.

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.

Join the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) Houston District Maintenance Office and play a key role in the district maintenance operations. In this position, the Field Engineer will interact with TxDOT Area Offices and Maintenance Sections on a daily basis to monitor and progress maintenance projects, provide technical and field expertise on maintenance issues, perform interim and final acceptance inspections, Plan Review, Future project development and scoping, Traffic Control Review, Permits Review, Administer Training both formal and informal, as well as review Contractor Claims and Disputes. Work is independent and requires extensive knowledge of Roadway Maintenance and Traffic Control.

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.

Hou District Headquartrs (12DISTHQ-1)
7600 WASHINGTON AVENUE
Houston, 77007

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)

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)

Transportation Engineer I

Performs transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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 one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and 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.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer I

• Assists in evaluating pavement products and pavement condition data.

• Assists in overseeing construction project traffic control plans; periodically reviews traffic control devices with Area Engineers.

• Assists in recommending major maintenance and betterment programs to the district staff.

• Assists in the development, preparation and letting of maintenance contracts for the district.

• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.

• Monitors consultants' progress and work quality; checks invoices and associated documents; prepares supplemental agreements.

• Monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications.

• Performs and/or coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions.

• Reviews shop