Area Engineer - Victoria Area Office

Position Information

TxDOT's Yoakum District is looking for a Victoria Area Engineer to join us for the Yoakum District. We have a diverse workforce of over 13,000 employees statewide. If you are a talented and motivated professional interested in unique challenges, a diverse work experience, opportunities for growth, and looking to build a career that is exciting and rewarding, then 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 that include an extensive wellness program, career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and various other benefits.

Physical Work Location: 11401 US 59 N, VICTORIA, TX 77905

This position is for (1) Area Engineer - Victoria Area Office. The Texas Department of Transportation Reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's skill level, work experience, education, and all other appropriate factors and based on business needs.

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

Work 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

- Approves project candidate submission for program calls.

- Coordinates transportation planning activities, which may include working with a MPO

- Directs administrative and business operation activities including human resources, training

- Directs and plans project development and/or provides estimates.

- Directs the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the assigned counties

- Oversees, coordinates and monitors contractors' compliance with plans and specifications;

- Oversees, plans and executes emergency procedures, preparedness and response for a geographical region

- Performs other job related responsibilities as assigned

- Provides direction for construction projects and/or contract change negotiations.

- Represents the Department to the public; answers inquiries from governmental officials

- Reviews, recommends and approves change orders.

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 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
• Must have 1 year supervisory/managerial experience. Project leader or lead worker experience may substitute for supervisory/managerial experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver's license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*

*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:

- Proficient skill in analyzing complex business, technical and managerial problems and developing, recommending solutions

- Extensive knowledge of applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

- Expert skill in applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

- Considerable knowledge of budgeting methods and procedures

- Communicate effectively

- Extensive knowledge of construction engineering policies and procedures

- Considerable knowledge of contract development and oversight

- Proficient skill in directing and establishing objectives; clarifying roles and responsibilities through employees

- Considerable knowledge of human resources management policies and practices

- Maintaining a safe working environment

- Expert skill in reviewing plans for accuracy and ensuring compliance with requirements

- Proficient skill in the use of computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• 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/or fingers
• Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools

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.