Texas Department of Transportation

Bridge Design Engineer I, II, III, or IV - Bridge Division - (2501701)

Position Information

TxDOT's Bridge Division is looking to hire a Bridge Design Engineer I, II, III, or IV based in Austin, TX that is interested in being part of the team that sets the statewide standard in bridge design. In the Bridge Division – Design Section, we oversee activities pertaining to the creation of in-house bridge, railing, and traffic structure design, and plan preparation; intelligent 3D bridge modeling; research implementation; bridge standards development; historic bridge preservation; and bridge design policy. This individual will perform bridge and structural engineering work, using current industry and TxDOT specifications, that serves the 25 Districts and the state of Texas as we advance design by implementing new innovations and technology.

This position is for one or more Transportation Engineer I, II III or IV depending on business need and the applicant’s qualifications.

The work location is 6230 E Stassney Lane, Austin, TX 78744

• Transportation Engineer I : B24 $75,000.00 - $96,000.00 yearly
• Transportation Engineer II : B25 $80,000.00 - $ 102,6000.00 yearly
• Transportation Engineer III : B26 $85,000.00 - $ 112,000.00 yearly
• Transportation Engineer IV : B27 $95,000.00 - $118,000.00 yearly

Minimum Salary

: 75,000.00

Maximum Salary

: 118,000.00

Pay Basis

: Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Locations

:

Stassney Hq - Main

6230 East Stassney Lane

Austin 78744

Travel

: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 hours per week M - F 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)

Position Description

Transportation Engineer I

Performs bridge and structural engineering work in the functional area of project development and design. 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 bridge and structural engineering work in the functional area of project development and design. 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.

Transportation Engineer III

Performs advanced and complex bridge and structural engineering work in the functional area of project development and design. 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 bridge and structural engineering work in the functional area of project development and design. 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.

Essential Duties:

Transportation Engineer I

• Designs moderately complex bridge projects and performs specialized design.
• Reviews designs and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians.
• Performs moderately complex structural analysis of bridge designs
• Reviews and checks special designs and solutions for unique structural problems.
• Assists in reviewing shop drawings prepared by fabricators for bridges and related structures.
• Assists in the development of specifications for special bridge design details and projects.
• Coordinates and/or monitors assigned projects/programs/plans.
• Represents the division at various meetings.
• Makes presentations and represents TxDOT.

Transportation Engineer II – Performs all of the above duties plus:

• Designs complex bridge projects and performs specialized design.
• Performs complex structural analysis of bridge designs.
• Represents the division at technical meetings and public hearings at local, state, federal and/or international levels.
• Reviews shop drawings prepared by fabricators for bridges and related structures.
• Trains engineering staff.

Transportation Engineer III – Performs all of the above duties plus:

• Designs highly complex bridge projects and performs specialized design.
• Performs highly complex structural analysis of bridge designs.

Transportation Engineer IV – Performs all of the above duties plus:

• Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.
• Coordinates and/or monitors consultant contracts related projects
• Develops specifications for special bridge design details and projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience:

Transportation Engineer I

4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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

Transportation Engineer II

5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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

Transportation Engineer III

6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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

Transportation Engineer IV

7 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering 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 Certifications:

• Mandatory: Licensed Professional Engineer
• Mandatory: Safety Impact Certificate**
• 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.

Competencies:

Transportation Engineer I

• Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
• Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities
• Computerized structural analysis techniques
• Design and plan preparation methods and requirements
• Developing and giving presentations
• Using The use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems.
• Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short and long term deadlines
• Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others
• Initiates and supports quality management activities and performance management measures to provide the highest quality products and services that meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers.
• Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals

Transportation Engineer II and III – Greater skill in all of the above plus:

• Facilitating groups using effective communications methods; contributing to and guiding groups in defining objectives, staying on task and reaching consensus; soliciting participation, challenging ideas and summarizing accomplishments and planned actions.
• Speaking to present images and ideas in a clear, concise, organized, and interesting manner to optimize audience understanding and keep the group focused

Transportation Engineer IV –Greater skill in all of the above plus:

• Structural engineering terminology, principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Coordinating and directing multiple projects
• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems/roadblocks

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Transportation Engineer I, II, III, IV

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Sedentary Work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/tools
• Repetitive Motion: Substantial movement of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity: Work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:

Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)

• 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.

Job

: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

: Regular

Job Type

: Standard

Job Level

: Non-Management

Job Posting

: Jun 18, 2025, 6:22:52 PM

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.

https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions

Applicant Information

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 Action of 1990.

Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information

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