Design Tech Specialist; Transportation Specialist II, III, or IV: North Travis Area Office; Au

Overview

Design Tech Specialist (Transportation Specialist) II, III, or IV:
North Travis Area Office (Austin District) – 2600150. The North Travis Area Office is looking for a Design Tech Specialist to play a key role in shaping safe and efficient access to the state highway system in Austin. In this position, you’ll review and coordinate development and access permit applications, assemble complete permit packages, and evaluate traffic control plans, traffic impact analyses, construction phasing, and proposed improvements.

Your work ensures compliance with TxDOT standards while delivering clear, actionable feedback that keeps projects moving smoothly. This is an opportunity to collaborate across teams and make a tangible impact on transportation infrastructure.

The position requires the ability to manage multiple permit applications, maintain up-to-date tracking, and ensure all submittals meet TxDOT access management requirements and include the necessary forms and documentation. The role works closely with engineers, applicants, consultants, and TxDOT divisions to resolve comments, clarify requirements, and ensure consistent application of policies. It also provides technical guidance on TxDOT permitting processes and access management standards to internal and external stakeholders.

• Assist in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
• Coordinate communication between district/division/Department of Public Safety and other external entities.
• Coordinate compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer for review and signature.
• Coordinate with staff and area engineers regarding construction operations as they relate to contract administration, programming, planning, design, right-of-way and maintenance operations.
• Review and oversee plan packages submitted by consultants.
• Serve as technical member on transportation-related projects.
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned. This position requires you to drive for TxDOT.

• Additional responsibilities for a Design Tech Specialist III and IV include: overseeing design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Overseeing project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Planning, developing, administering and monitoring district maintenance contracts and service agreements.
• For Design Tech Specialist IV: evaluates and analyzes highly complex design issues; 4 years of transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, or bridge inspection experience (full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).
• For Transportation Specialist III & IV: 5 years of transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, or bridge inspection experience (full-time or prorated part-time equivalent).
• Licenses and
  
  Certifications:
  
  Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Competencies include: design and plan preparation, applicable plans/specifications and estimates, Texas MUTCD, program/project planning and management, stakeholder relations, applying engineering principles, documentation, reading plans/maps, and knowledge of the Utility Accommodation Rules.
• Physical requirements and working conditions: subject to environmental conditions; sedentary work; lift up to 10 lbs; pre-employment physical; may require drug testing for safety-critical positions and random testing for safety impact roles.

• Salary Range:
  Transportation Specialist II: $51,158 – $81,351/yearly
• Salary Range:
  Transportation Specialist III: $54,278 – $87,046/yearly
• Salary Range:
  Transportation Specialist IV: $57,614 – $93,168/yearly
• Pay Basis:
  Yearly; FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Benefits include: retirement plans, flexible work schedules, paid leave and holidays, health premiums for full-time employees, on-the-job training, tuition assistance, wellness programs, career development, and family-friendly policies.

Work Location:

North Austin Area Engineer Office, 1001 East Parmer Lane, Ste B, Austin, 78753. Travel:
Yes, up to 5% of the time.

Schedule:

Full-time;
Onsite.

TxDOT 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 applicable laws. The department notes that the Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation under 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize medical marijuana as a valid explanation for a positive test result. This position may require completion of a pre-employment physical and other safety requirements as applicable.

The MOS codes and state job titles are provided for informational purposes.

For more information about compensation and benefits, see the Texas State website’s total compensation package and Benefits at a Glance. Job posting date:
Jan 21, 2026;
Unposting date:
Feb 11, 2026.