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TxDOTTransport Engineer Technician I - Abilene Central Design Office
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LocationUST-Texas-Abilene-Abilene District Headquarters
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 30, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live22h ago
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High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies
No experience required
Valid driver's license
Some knowledge of basic roadway design
Some knowledge of hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
Some knowledge of intermediate design and hand and computer-aided drafting procedures
Some knowledge of applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
Some knowledge of interactive graphic and design information systems
Some knowledge of higher mathematics
Proficient skill in performing basic design and drafting
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions
This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical
Skills
Design and Construction Information System
Benefits
Retirement plans
Alternative flexible work schedules
Paid leave
Paid holidays
Health insurance
On the job training
Tuition assistance
Wellness program
Career development
Family friendly policies
About the role
Interested in starting your career with TxDOT? The Abilene District Central Design team is seeking a Transportation Engineer Technician I to join our team. This entry-level position offers hands-on experience in both traffic engineering design and traffic studies. Responsibilities include assisting with the preparation of traffic engineering plans and supporting traffic studies that improve mobility and safety throughout the Abilene area. Working alongside experienced engineers and technicians, you will develop valuable technical skills, contribute to meaningful transportation projects, and gain exposure to a wide range of traffic engineering activities. The ideal candidate is motivated, detail-oriented, and eager to learn and grow in a collaborative environment. TxDOT offers paid training, career development opportunities, competitive benefits, and the chance to make a lasting impact in your community.
Benefits
At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:
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Retirement Plans
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Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
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Paid Leave and Holidays
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Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
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On-the-Job Training
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Tuition Assistance Program
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Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
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Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
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Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
In 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.
For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation Package
To view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance (ERS.texas.gov)
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. Employees at this level follow standard practices that do not require frequent supervision of details.
Essential Duties for a Transportation Engineer Tech I:
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Performs basic design work
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Performs intermediate drafting and calculations in support of design activities; accomplishes non-routine and complex
assignments.
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Prepares roadway design, traffic control, lighting, signal, and building plans.
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Uses automated programs, interactive graphics and the Design and Construction Information System.
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Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Grad or Equivalent in general high school studies.
Experience: No experience required. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). Related College education or relevant technical training may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications
Licenses and Certifications:
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Competencies:
Transportation Engineer Tech I:
Some knowledge of:
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Basic roadway design
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Hydrologic, hydraulic and geotechnical design activities and principles
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Intermediate design and hand and computer-aided drafting procedures
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Applicable engineering workstations and applications to support efficient planning and design activities
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Interactive graphic and design information systems
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Higher mathematics
Proficient skill in:
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Performing basic design and drafting
Ability to:
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Communicate effectively
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Follow verbal and written instructions
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
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Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
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Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
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Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
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Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
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Standing-prolonged periods of time
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Talking, expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken words
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Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
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Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Conditions of Employment:
Please click this link to read the standard conditions of employment for all positions: Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT)
Hiring process
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This job has been identified as physically demanding and will require a pre-employment physical.
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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.
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Please note that the Department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulation – 49 CFR Part 40, at 40.151(e) – does not authorize “medical marijuana” under a state law to be a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test result for an employee in this position.
TxDOT is committed to hiring veterans. To assist in determining whether your military experience may pertain to the minimum requirements for this position, Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) codes from each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces have been assigned to each state classification code/title where applicable. The MOS codes are grouped by occupational category.
To view the MOS codes please click on link below and click on the appropriate occupational category.
https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions
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.
Please click this link to read the information for applicants: Additional Applicant Information
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