Senior Transportation Engineer (JC-526396)

About the Role

Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Project Management (a Supervising Transportation Engineer), the incumbent is responsible for ensuring the delivery of all assigned projects within scope, cost, schedule, and resources. The incumbent manages and facilitates the development and engineering administration of the project from inception through completion of the construction contract.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee transportation projects, including those funded by local agency funds, developer funds, Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP), State Highway Operational and Protection Program (SHOPP), storm damage, seismic projects, minors, and other Capital Outlay funded and Oversight projects.
• Represent the Department at public hearings and other forums.
• Plan, organize, coordinate, and control transportation projects utilizing appropriate tools and equipment for scope, schedule, and cost management.
• Manage both capital and support costs, monitoring actual against planned costs.
• Consult with and advise District Management, acting as their direct representative in major program areas at private or public meetings.

Qualifications

Classification: Senior Transportation Engineer

Pay

Annual Salary: $137,244.00 - $171,780.00

For questions, contact: Serena Wilden at (530) 720-9449 or Serena.Wilden@dot.ca.gov. Applications must be submitted through the external link on CalCareers by 8/27/2026.