Transportation Engineer Specialist I, II or III-District Traffic

Summary

Transportation Engineer Specialist I, II or III-District Traffic

Join Traffic Engineering - A Specialized Team Making an Impact! Join a team that helps keep millions of trips safe and moving across our region. Our Traffic Engineering team designs traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, flashing beacons, and roadway lighting while leveraging data and technology to improve mobility throughout 12 counties. We're looking for a creative problem solver who is passionate about traffic engineering and excited to tackle real-world challenges. Here, your ideas won't just stay on paper. They'll be experienced daily by drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and communities across our District.

Annual Salary Ranges Transportation Engineer Specialist I (B18): $45,521- $71,055 Transportation Engineer Specialist II (B19): $48,244- $76,028 Transportation Engineer Specialist III (B20): $51,158- $81,351 This position is for a Transportation Engineer Specialist I, II or III 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.

Minimum Salary: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary: 81,351.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations: San Antonio District Hdqtrs 4615 NW LOOP 410 San Antonio 782290928

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Location Flexibility : Onsite Location Flexibility Details : Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

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 Performs advanced and specialized drafting, calculations and design work; performs field work; uses automated systems; learns specialized techniques; trains and reviews the work of others; others. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. May serve as lead worker. 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. Essential Duties: Transportation Engineer Specialist I Performs advanced and specialized design work. Performs advanced and specialized drafting and calculations in support of design activities; develops graphic presentations that include distinctive design features. Performs traffic engineering design work, analyzes traffic and accident data and recommends solutions for traffic problems. Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans. Reviews entire sets of plans for format, drafting and calculation errors and correlation of plans and specifications. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer Specialist II In addition to the duties listed above Writes general notes, specifications and provisions. Uses additional automated design tools or specialized design procedures in areas including bridge/culvert detailing,traffic management, geometric design, signal lighting design, retaining walls and building design. Transportation Engineer Specialist III In addition to the duties listed above Prepares budget estimates. Receives project assignments, determines work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 6 years drafting, design, plan preparation. Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 7 years drafting, design, plan preparation. Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 8 years drafting, design, plan preparation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies: Advanced and specialized design/drafting procedures Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities Performing advanced drafting Monitoring the status and progress of projects Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Writing and revising standards and procedures Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing-prolonged periods of time Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers 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. If this position is determined to be Safety Impact by responsibilities, it will be subject to random drug testing

Job: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Jul 31, 2026, 1:45:46 PM

Unposting Date: Aug 15, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist III, II, I State Job Code/s : 2129, 2128, 2127 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. 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

Job Description

Transportation Engineer Specialist I, II or III-District Traffic

Join Traffic Engineering - A Specialized Team Making an Impact! Join a team that helps keep millions of trips safe and moving across our region. Our Traffic Engineering team designs traffic signals, signs, pavement markings, flashing beacons, and roadway lighting while leveraging data and technology to improve mobility throughout 12 counties. We're looking for a creative problem solver who is passionate about traffic engineering and excited to tackle real-world challenges. Here, your ideas won't just stay on paper. They'll be experienced daily by drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, and communities across our District.

Annual Salary Ranges Transportation Engineer Specialist I (B18): $45,521- $71,055 Transportation Engineer Specialist II (B19): $48,244- $76,028 Transportation Engineer Specialist III (B20): $51,158- $81,351 This position is for a Transportation Engineer Specialist I, II or III 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.

Minimum Salary: 45,521.00

Maximum Salary: 81,351.00

Pay Basis: Yearly FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Work Locations: San Antonio District Hdqtrs 4615 NW LOOP 410 San Antonio 782290928

Travel: Yes, 5 % of the Time Shift : Day Job Shift Details : 40 Location Flexibility : Onsite Location Flexibility Details : Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm

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 Performs advanced and specialized drafting, calculations and design work; performs field work; uses automated systems; learns specialized techniques; trains and reviews the work of others; others. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects. May serve as lead worker. 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. Essential Duties: Transportation Engineer Specialist I Performs advanced and specialized design work. Performs advanced and specialized drafting and calculations in support of design activities; develops graphic presentations that include distinctive design features. Performs traffic engineering design work, analyzes traffic and accident data and recommends solutions for traffic problems. Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans. Reviews entire sets of plans for format, drafting and calculation errors and correlation of plans and specifications. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Transportation Engineer Specialist II In addition to the duties listed above Writes general notes, specifications and provisions. Uses additional automated design tools or specialized design procedures in areas including bridge/culvert detailing,traffic management, geometric design, signal lighting design, retaining walls and building design. Transportation Engineer Specialist III In addition to the duties listed above Prepares budget estimates. Receives project assignments, determines work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.

Minimum Qualifications: Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies. Experience: Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 6 years drafting, design, plan preparation. Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 7 years drafting, design, plan preparation. Transportation Engineer Specialist I: 8 years drafting, design, plan preparation. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Related college education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Competencies: Advanced and specialized design/drafting procedures Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities Performing advanced drafting Monitoring the status and progress of projects Maintaining a safe and effective working relationship with others Writing and revising standards and procedures Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems Exercises logic and reasoning to define problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; makes decisions that support business objectives and goals Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and above 100 degrees for more than one hour Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s) Crouching-bending body downward and forward by bending leg(s) and spine Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction Standing-prolonged periods of time Walking-moving on foot to accomplish tasks: long distance/from one work site to another Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm Talking-expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers 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. If this position is determined to be Safety Impact by responsibilities, it will be subject to random drug testing

Job: Engineering/Engr Support

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

Job Type: Standard

Job Level: Non-Management

Job Posting: Jul 31, 2026, 1:45:46 PM

Unposting Date: Aug 15, 2026, 4:59:00 AM State Job Title/s : Engineering Specialist III, II, I State Job Code/s : 2129, 2128, 2127 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. 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