Maintenance Designer (Transportation Specialist I or II) Houston District Maintenance

Job Posting: Oct 6, 2026, 9:54:09 AM. State Job Title/s: Engineering Specialist I and II.

About the role

Provides technical expertise and coordination for transportation programs involving design, building construction projects, construction of transportation systems, traffic operations, maintenance of highways and facilities, or bridge inspection and appraisal in accordance with Department standards. Assists with project planning and the development of policies and procedures for area of responsibility. Work requires contact with governmental officials, consultants, contractors and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Assists in prioritizing and scheduling projects.
• Assists with project assignments and determining work requirements to complete project plans and coordinates scheduling to accommodate projects already underway.
• Assists with project design involving design calculations and sketches of plans, layouts and typical sections.
• Coordinates and performs interim and final inspections to identify deficiencies.
• Coordinates compilation of complete plan packages for submission to the responsible engineer or architect for review and signature.
• Coordinates design work among TxDOT entities, consultants and contractors.
• Develops and prepares consultant work orders and agreements.
• Evaluates and analyzes design issues.
• Performs data collection, evaluations, analyses, studies, inspections, forecasts, assessments, and/or plan development.
• Reviews and oversees plan packages submitted by consultants.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
• Serves as program coordinator responsible for coordination of advanced engineering/architectural projects from initiation to completion. (Transportation Specialist II)

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline; relevant experience may be substituted for education on a year‑per‑year basis.
• Experience: Transportation Specialist I – 2 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience (full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent). Transportation Specialist II – 4 years transportation design, construction, traffic operations, maintenance, bridge inspection experience (full‑time or prorated part‑time equivalent).
• Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license; this position requires driving a state vehicle.

Skills and Competencies

• Considerable knowledge of applicable plans, specifications and estimates preparation, review, processing and compliance requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of design and plan preparation methods and requirements.
• Considerable knowledge of roadway maintenance concepts, methods and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of maintenance contract inspection procedures.
• Some knowledge of program/project planning, development, and management methodologies.
• Some knowledge of contract development and oversight.
• Proficient skill in applying engineering principles, practices, and methods in job responsibilities.
• Proficient skill in reading and interpreting applicable plans, schematics, blueprints and maps.
• Proficient skill in planning, coordinating and handling multiple projects within area of