Assistant Area Engineer

Overview

Assistant Area Engineer - (2502469)

TxDOT is looking for an Assistant Area Engineer in the Junction Area Office
. This position will help oversee construction and maintenance activities across 8 of the San Angelo District's 15 counties. The Assistant Area Engineer will support the Area Engineer and contribute to shaping the State's transportation system. The San Angelo District has a robust project portfolio, including preventative maintenance, rehabilitation, bridge replacements, Super 2 passing lanes, and four-lane divided/freeway conversions. TxDOT offers professional challenges, teamwork, training, opportunities for growth, and work/life balance.

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Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Note:

The Junction area is in Kimble County, known for its scenic Hill Country. Learn more at the following websites:

Minimum Salary
:

Maximum Salary
:

Anticipated Starting Salary
: 119,000 – 123,000 annually

Pay Basis
:
Yearly

FLSA Status
:
Exempt

Work Locations
:
Junction Area Office, 2124 N MAIN, Junction, 76849

Travel
:
Yes, 25% of the time

Shift
:
Day;
Location Flexibility:
Onsite

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and offer 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

TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents in 2024, with many offices designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites.

For a complete list of total compensation, please visit the Total Compensation Package on our website and Benefits at a Glance.

Assists in directing area office operations and supervising employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities, and office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. Requires contact with government officials and private entities. Establishes own work plan and priorities to meet objectives.

Issues are usually handled at the occurrence without referring to the supervisor.

• Assist Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment for each project; respond to emergency situations/conditions to support office activities
• Conduct pre-construction, Employee Forum and safety meetings
• Inspect roads, monitor maintenance activities, and coordinate scheduling of maintenance with construction projects
• Keep abreast of current transportation design innovations, modifications, laws, regulations, policies and procedures
• Monitor traffic control plans
• Plan and schedule construction personnel and provide on-the-job training
• Prepare and/or recommend field changes and supplemental agreements
• Prepare and/or review monthly and final estimates and reports
• Resolve public complaints
• Review plans prepared by area office personnel; check designs, specifications and estimates
• Perform other job responsibilities as assigned

Education
:
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related science (bachelor’s or higher degree accepted by TX PELS)

Experience
: 4 years transportation engineering (full-time or prorated part-time). Related graduate-level education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis

Licenses and Certifications
:

• Valid driver’s license (state vehicle required)
• Licensed Professional Engineer

Note:

Professionals licensed in another U.S. state must meet Texas license requirements within six months of hire and sign an agreement as a condition of employment.

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques
• Applicable laws, rules, and regulations
• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in responsibilities
• Supervising technical staff
• Public relations and maintaining effective working relationships
• Communi…