Transport Engineer Tech I/II- CPD

About the role

Performs basic design work and calculations. Performs field work; uses automated systems. Design activity is overseen by a licensed professional engineer or registered architect who has final approval authority for projects.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic design work.
• Performs intermediate drafting and calculations in support of design activities; accomplishes non-routine and complex assignments.
• Prepares field notes.
• Prepares quantity summaries, hydraulic and utility studies and right-of-way maps.
• Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans.
• Uses automated programs, interactive graphics and the Design and Construction Information System.
• Works on reproduction of plans.
• Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements

• Transportation Engineer Tech I: No experience required.
• Transportation Engineer Tech II: 2 YEARS Drafting, design, plan preparation.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
• Experience: Transportation Engineer Tech I: No experience required. Transportation Engineer Tech II: 2 YEARS Drafting, design, plan preparation.
• Related College education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis.

SkillsHigher mathematics

Building construction and contractor field procedures

Performing basic design and drafting

Using computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

Following verbal and written instructions

Intermediate design and hand and computer-aided drafting procedures

Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities

Interactive graphic and design information systems

Writing and revising standards and procedures

Advanced and specialized design/drafting procedures

Performing advanced drafting

Benefits

• 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

Pay

• Transportation Engineer Tech I: A16 - $40,918 - $61,130
• Transportation Engineer Tech II: A18 - $45,521 - $71,055

Schedule

• Full-time

Employee Status

• Regular

Job Level

• Non-Management

Job Posting

Jun 10, 2026, 4:00:18 PM

State Job Title/s

Engineering Technician I/II

Military Occupational Specialty (MOS)

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Applicant Information

• The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.

Additional Applicant Information

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