Transportation Engineer I or II - Bridge Engineer

About the role

TxDOT's Lufkin District is looking for a highly motivated individual to fill the critical role of District Bridge Engineer. This position will be responsible for supporting the Lufkin District's bridge program across its 9 counties. Job duties will include oversight of the bridge inspection program, providing technical assistance to bridge maintenance operations, identification of bridges for maintenance, rehabilitation and replacement projects, and supporting bridge project development.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with local officials on critical findings involving structures which are not under state jurisdictions to have them posted, repaired or closed to the traveling public.
• Ensures compliance with National Bridge Inspection Standards.
• Inspects structures for impact damage and/or construction problems and may design emergency shoring to prevent collapse of damaged structures.
• Provides technical assistance in drainage design, resolution of drainage complaints, hydraulics evaluations and other hydrology matters.
• Recommends bridge replacement, bridge rehabilitation and repair of damaged bridges.
• Assists districts with bridge inspection-related matters.

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. (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.

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid driver's license (position requires driving a state vehicle).
• Licensed Professional Engineer.
• 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 one (1) year of date of hire.
• Professional engineers licensed in another state but not currently licensed in 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

Considerable knowledge of:

• Hydrologic and hydraulic engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory
• Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
• Standards and specifications for bridges and other transportation structures
• Bridge construction and evaluation methods, procedures and regulations
• Bridge inspection and appraisal methods and procedures
• Cost estimating and cost controls

Proficient skill in:

• Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Required to wear protective gear — respirator, hard hat, or other device
• Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
• Balancing — walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
• Hearing — perceive sound at normal speaking levels; receive information by oral communication
• Visual Acuity — operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment

Conditions of Employment

• 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.
• Per 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e), "medical marijuana" under state law is not a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.

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

In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many offices statewide are designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites.

Job Details

Schedule: Full-time. Employee Status: Regular. Job Level: Non-Management. Posted: Oct 23, 2026. State Job Title: Engineer II/III. TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans; Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes are available for each occupational category.