Texas Department of Transportation · 11 hours ago
Transportation Engineer III, IV or V: Bridge Office (Austin District)
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$77K/yr - $157K/yr
6+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer III, IV, or V for their Austin District Bridge Section. The role involves advanced transportation engineering work, focusing on bridge design, inspections, and ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Designs highly complex bridge projects and performs specialized design
Inspects structures for impact damage and construction problems and may design emergency shoring to prevent collapse of damaged structures
Performs inspections, structural evaluations and analyses of bridges and related structures that have appraisal and condition ratings or are recommended for closure
Rates and monitors load carrying capacities of bridges
Recommends bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges
Reviews shop drawings prepared by fabricators for bridges and related structures
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Must be able to drive for the Agency
Coordinates and monitors consultant contracts related projects
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 or closed to the traveling public
Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges
Ensures compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards
Assists district with bridge inspection-related matters
Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's compliance with the terms of the contract, and prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance
Performs highly complex structural analysis of bridge designs
Performs inspections, structural evaluations and analyses of bridges and related structures that have appraisal and condition ratings or are recommended for closure
Performs and coordinates the review and processing of Plans, Specifications & Estimates (PS&E) submission, special specifications or special provisions
Performs highly advanced and complex planning work such as plan review, calculations and transportation planning studies
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS
Transportation Engineer III: 6 YEARS in Transportation engineering or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer IV: 7 YEARS in Transportation engineering or related engineering experience
Transportation Engineer V: 8 YEARS in Transportation engineering or related engineering experience
Valid driver's license
Licensed Professional Engineer
If performing underwater bridge inspections: Must have Open Water Diver certification
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 (1) year of date of hire
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
Highway construction design applications
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
Computerized structural analysis techniques
Contract development and oversight
Planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of responsibility to meet short-term and long-term deadlines
Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs. at a time and frequently lift or carry objects 10 lbs. or more
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 environmental conditions; protection from weather but not temperature changes
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Climbing - ascending/descending ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, ramps, etc
Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Lifting-raising objects from lower to higher position/horizontally to a different position
Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
Hearing-perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
Benefits
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
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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