District Engineer
About the role
Provides executive-level direction, management and engineering oversight of all activities in a district, to include transportation planning, operations, right-of-way, design, construction, inspection, maintenance, safety and environmental functions, as well as administrative and support activities. Reports directly to the Director of District Operations.
Responsibilities
- Recommends facilities, personnel staffing and funding levels required to carry out programs.
- Work requires travel.
- Work requires extensive contact with business and community leaders; contractors; special interest or trade groups; governmental and transportation officials at the local, state, federal or international levels; the media and private entities.
Requirements
Essential Duties: Job Engineering/Engr Support Schedule Full-time Employee Status Regular Job Level Manager Job Posting Jul 7, 2026, 9:16:41 AM State Job Title/s District Engineer Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering related discipline.
- Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.
- Experience: 6 years transportation engineering as a Licensed Professional Engineer (LPE) in planning, location, design, construction, operation and maintenance.
- Must have 5 years managerial/supervisory experience.
- Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Preferred Qualifications
- Competencies:
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions
Conditions of Employment: Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Benefits And Perks
- 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
Position Information
District Engineer Opportunity – Brownwood District or San Angelo District Are you ready to lead the future of transportation in Texas? We are seeking innovative and service-driven leaders to serve as District Engineers for the Brownwood or San Angelo Districts, guiding teams responsible for designing, building, operating, and maintaining the state transportation system. These districts face diverse operational challenges, from extreme summer heat to sub-freezing winter conditions, requiring strong leadership to maintain critical assets and ensure the safety of the traveling public. If you are passionate about developing people, driving excellence, and making a lasting impact on Texas communities, we encourage you to apply. This posting is for 2 separate District Engineer positionss, applicants should indicate geographical preference on their application.
Benefits And Perks
- To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)