Structural Engineer Jobs in Atlanta, TX (NOW HIRING)

Position Information
Are you ready to shape the future of Texas infrastructure? The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)is seeking a Bridge Engineer (Transportation Engineer I, II, III, or IV) located in Atlanta, TX to oversee the maintenance of bridges that connect communities across the 9-county Atlanta District. As a Bridge Engineer, you'll apply advanced engineering principles to ensure structural integrity, safety, and compliance with state and federal standards. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, review plans, conduct inspections, and provide innovative solutions for aging infrastructure and new development. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that support mobility and economic growth throughout Texas. TxDOT provides competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and a strong culture of professional development. Join us and help build the bridges that keep Texas moving forward.

• Transportation Engineer I- Salary Grade: B24; Salary Range: $65,104 - $106,634 yearly
• Transportation Engineer II- Salary Grade: B25; Salary Range: $69,572 - $114,099 yearly
• Transportation Engineer III- Salary Grade: B26; Salary Range: $76,530 - $129,430 yearly
• Transportation Engineer IV- Salary Grade: B27; Salary Range: $84,182 - $142,374 yearly

TxDOT reserves the sole right in determining the level of position based on the applicant's work experience, education, skill level 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
Transportation Engineer I:
Performs 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 follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Transportation Engineer II:
Performs 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 perform work independently on assignments; however all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.
Transportation Engineer III:
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.
Transportation Engineer IV:
Performs highly 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 with primary focus on the district's bridge program. 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 are virtually self-supervising and assume direct accountability for the work product.
Essential Duties:
Transportation Engineer I

• Answers technical and policy questions related to bridge inspection and maintains bridge inspection data; analyzes data and provides summaries.
• Reviews designed and detailed drawings of bridges and related structures prepared by other engineers and technicians.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer II and III
In addition to the above,

• Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters
• Schedules, assigns and oversees bridge inspection activities.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Transportation Engineer IV
In addition to the above,

• Coordinates and/or monitors consultant contracts related projects.
• Develops short-term and long-term goals and coordinates planning activities and resources required to meet goals.
• Maintains a critical bridge list and coordinates with the Bridge Division, area engineers and other district staff on
  critical findings involving state-maintained bridges to have them posted, repaired and/or closed to the traveling public.
• Monitors contract performance, evaluates contract deliverables, reviews billing documentation, monitors the consultant's
  compliance with the terms of the contract, and/or prepares and delivers a written evaluation of the consultant's performance
• Performs highly advanced and complex engineering design work such as development of layouts, sketches, plans,
  specifications, estimates and contracts.
• Performs, reviews and monitors detailed investigations, data collection, analyses and coordination of bridge related
  research and recommends cost effective project level design for new, rehabilitated and reconstructed bridges.
• Recommends prioritization of bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.

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

• Transportation Engineer I: 4 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
• Transportation Engineer II: 5 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
• Transportation Engineer III: 6 years engineering, transportation engineering, or related engineering experience
• Transportation Engineer IV: 7 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*
• IMPORTANT: For Bridge Inspection: Must have completed a comprehensive training course based on the Bridge Inspector's Training Manual or NICET Level III or IV certification in Bridge Safety Inspection within (1) year of date of hire.

*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:
Transportation Engineer I-III

• Knowledge of:
  • Applicable governmental laws, rules and regulations specific to area of responsibility for safeguarding information and information technology related systems
  • Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
  • Standards and specification for bridges and other transportation structures
  • Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
  • Program/project planning, development, and management methodologies
  • Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements
• Skill in:
  • Performing calculations to include material and labor estimates, expenses, technical survey data and engineering
    calculations
  • Applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities

Transportation Engineer IV
In addition to the above, must demonstrate proficient skill in

• Coordinating and directing multiple projects

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs
• Walking: moving on foot to accomplish tasks; long distance/from one work site to another
• Close Visual Acuity- work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading

Conditions of Employment:
Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT).

• This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
• 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.