Assistant Area Engineer - Waco (Waco District)

Position Information

Are you looking for a new position that will allow you to advance and grow in your career? TxDOT's Waco District is seeking an Assistant Area Engineer for the Waco Area Office in Waco, Texas!

Help lead a talented team of professionals responsible for delivering critical transportation services and projects in one of the state's rapidly growing regions. This position offers a rewarding blend of professional challenge and quality of life while supporting area office operations, assisting the Area Engineer with oversight of complex transportation activities, driving innovation, and providing leadership in the Area Engineer's absence.

TxDOT has more than 13,000 employees statewide and values employee work-life balance. Employees have access to a wide range of programs and benefits, including wellness and career development programs, retirement benefits, tuition assistance, and more. If you are a talented and motivated engineering professional ready to help shape infrastructure and support the state's roadways, apply today!

Salary Plan/Grade:

Assistant Area Engineer: B29 ($101,860 - $172,272/ Annual)

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

Assists in directing area office operations. Assists in managing and/or supervises employees involved in construction, design, maintenance, survey, laboratory activities and/or office operations. Reports to the Area Engineer, who has full authority for approval of all work. Responsible for the operations of the area office in the absence of the Area Engineer. 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:

Assists Area Engineer in projecting personnel and equipment needed for each project; as required responds for emergency

situations/conditions to assist with office activities

• Conducts pre-construction, Employee Forum and/or safety meetings
• Determines quantities and estimates cost
• Inspects roads, monitors maintenance activities and coordinates scheduling of maintenance work with construction projects
• Monitors traffic control plans
• Performs research and planning on future projects
• Plans and schedules work of construction personnel and/or provides them on the job training
• Prepares and/or recommends field changes and supplemental agreements
• Prepares and/or reviews monthly and final estimates and final construction reports
• Resolves public complaints
• Works with governmental officials on behalf of the Area Engineer
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS.

Experience: 4 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

Licenses and Certifications:

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

*Professional engineers licensed in another state i n 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:

Extensive knowledge of

• Applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements
• Applicable inspection methods, procedures and techniques

Considerable knowledge of

• Construction engineering policies and procedures
• Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
• Applicable testing methods, processes and procedures

Expert skill in

• Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

Proficient skill in

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
• Analyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data
• Communicating technical information effectively
• Training in a classroom, office, or field environment
• Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems

Ability to

• Communicate effectively

Other Attributes

• Manages financial and personnel resources to achieve individual and organizational goals
• 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:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
• 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

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.
• Must maintain regular and dependable attendance and adhere to established work schedules.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays, as required.
• Must be willing and able to work beyond regularly scheduled hours when operational needs require.
• Must participate in a rotating on-call schedule, when applicable to the position.
• Must wear employer-provided personal protective equipment (PPE) and comply with all applicable safety policies, procedures, and regulations.