Transportation Engineer III- Materials and Tests Divison

Transportation Engineer III- Materials and Tests Divison - (2602680) Position Information The Materials and Tests Division (MTD) delivers statewide service and technical expertise in materials quality and technology to support the Texas transportation system. MTD is comprised of multiple sections and labs: Quality Assurance, Structural Materials Operations Section, Structural Materials Field/Engineering Section, Coatings, Calibrations, and Traffic Materials, Flexible Pavements, Asphalt Binder, and Rigid Pavement and Concrete Materials. We are seeking Transportation Engineers to join our state‑of‑the‑art laboratory and work alongside industry-leading experts. Minimum Salary : 76,530.00 Maximum Salary : 125,000.00 Pay Basis : Yearly FLSA Status: Exempt Work Locations : Stassney Hq - Lab 6230 East Stassney Lane Austin 78744 Travel : Yes, 25 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: 40 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 Performs advanced and complex transportation engineering work in one or more functional areas such as planning, project development and design, construction, transportation/traffic operations and/or maintenance. 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. Essential Duties: Research and analysis methodologies Applying engineering principles, practices and methods in job responsibilities Planning, assigning, directing, coordinating and reviewing the work of professional, administrative and technical employees Leading, assigning, reviewing and monitoring the work of others Preparing technical/statistical reports Maintaing a safe work relationship Training in a classroom, office or field environment Developing and giving presentations Evaluates the performance of new transportation products. Interprets maintenance standards, rules, methods, procedures, practices and policies. Investigates materials failures or fabrication problems; reviews test data and assists in determining cause of failing materials. Serve as a lead worker and the related tasks. Performs engineering analysis of statewide materials conditions and develops reports Writes reports, specifications and test procedures Minimum Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Experience: 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 Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle. Licensed Prof Engineer* (Current) Pr…

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