TxDOT's Austin District is looking for an Area Engineer at the Georgetown Area Office. This position involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing: construction operations in the area office to include review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre-construction meetings and public hearings, Design Section operations in the area office; overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control, operations of the maintenance sections to include planning and budgeting work with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right-of-way plan preparation and monitors acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection and responsible for material testing and construction engineering.
We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you want to build an exciting career, apply for this position!
At TxDOT we value employee work-life-balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities. For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit: https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/hidden_benefits.pdf
Salary Plan/Grade:
Area Engineer: B30: ($106,712.00-$180,475.00/yearly)
Minimum Salary: 106,712.00 Maximum Salary: 180,475.00
Pay Basis: Yearly
FLSA Status: Exempt Work
Locations: Georgetown-Willmsn Co Ae/Maint 2727 SOUTH AUSTIN AVE Georgetown 78627
Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time
Shift: Day Job
Shift Details: Hours may vary based on business needs.
Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks
At TxDOT, we value employee work-life balance. In keeping with our commitment to this value, our employees benefit from a wide array of programs and activities that include:
- Low Turnover
- Retirement Pension
- Alternative Work Schedules
- Paid Leave/Holidays
- Health Premiums paid at 100% for full-time employees
- On the Job Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Comprehensive Wellness Program/Wellness Leave Incentives
- Career Development Programs/Opportunities for advancement
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)
Position Description
This position involves keeping abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures; overseeing: construction operations in the area office to include review of shop drawings, compliance with regulations, approval of letting advertising and conducting pre-construction meetings and public hearings, Design Section operations in the area office; overseeing inspection of construction projects and temporary traffic control, operations of the maintenance sections to include planning and budgeting work with maintenance supervisors and district staff, right-of-way plan preparation and monitors acquisition processes to coordinate project letting, utility relocation/adjustment inspection and responsible for material testing and construction engineering.
Essential Duties:
- Approves and inspects driveway, utility and drainage fill permits, and monitors removal of illegal signs.
- Approves project candidate submission for program calls.
- Coordinates with the Federal Highway Administration and Federal Aviation Administration on federally funded projects.
- Coordinates work and agreements with airport administrators, municipal and county governments, entertainment districts convention bureaus.
- Directs administrative and business operation activities including human resources, training programs, inventory oversight safety and preparation and monitoring of budgets.
- Directs and plans project development and provides estimates.
- Directs the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned geographical area.
- Monitors signing, pavement marking and striping to ensure compliance with standards.
- Oversees, plans and executes emergency procedures, preparedness and response for a geographic area; as required responds to office/incident location to direct/oversee activities for emergency situations/conditions; reviews, recommends, and approves change orders.
- Provides direction for construction projects and contract change negotiations.
- Represents the Department to the public; answers inquiries from governmental officials, makes media presentations, speaks at public functions and participates in other civic endeavors.
- Reviews all plans prepared by the area office before transmitting to district headquarters; provides technical expertise.
- Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.
Experience:
- 5* YEARS* Transportation Engineering. (Experience can be satisfied by fulltime or prorated part-time equivalent). Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications, visit: https://ftp.txdot.gov/pub/txdot-info/hrd/careers/substitutions-qualifications.pdf
Supervisory Experience:
- Must have one (1) YEAR supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Valid driver’s license at time of hire. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
- Safety Impact Certificate
- Licensed Prof Engineer*
*Professional engineers licensed in another state 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.
Competencies:
Extensive knowledge of:
- Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility
- Construction engineering policies and procedures
- Applicable inspection and testing methods, processes, procedures and techniques
- Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements
- Human resources management policies and practices
- Budgeting methods and procedures
- Contract development and oversight
Expert skill in:
- Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external.
- Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
- Reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements.
Proficient skill in:
- Directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through individual performance plans; monitoring and measuring performance against goals; evaluating results and making necessary adjustments to meet deadlines.
- Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees, and scheduling work assignments.
- Analyzing business, technical and managerial problems and developing, recommending and implementing effective solutions.
- Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems, and analyzing and organizing business and technical data.
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
- Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools.
- 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.
- Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers.
- Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading.
- Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour.
- Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals.
- Required to wear protective gear-respirator, hard hat, or other PPE device
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
- 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.
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.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
Applicant Information
The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination in the workplace. We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
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 Action of 1990.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $106,712.00 - $180,475.00 per year
Experience:
- MicroStation: 1 year (Preferred)
- Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Fundamentals of Engineering (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Georgetown, TX 78627 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Georgetown, TX 78627: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person