Deputy District Engineer-Waco District

The Texas Department of Transportation’s Waco District is seeking a dynamic and experienced engineering leader to serve as Deputy District Engineer. This is more than just an operational role—it’s a chance to help shape the future of transportation for Southeast Texas. As Deputy DE, you'll be at the forefront of delivering major infrastructure projects, guiding district strategy, and collaborating closely with public officials at all levels—local, state, and federal. You’ll serve as a key advisor to the District Engineer and provide leadership across a diverse portfolio of initiatives that impact millions of drivers and support regional growth. If you're ready to bring innovation, vision, and excellence to the heart of TxDOT’s mission, we’d love to hear from you.

Salary Plan/Grade:
Deputy District Engineer (B32): $135,577 - $229,295/yearly

At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:

• 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 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)

Assists in management and engineering oversight of all activities, of a geographically specific area in Texas (district), including transportation planning, operations, right-of-way acquisition, engineering design, construction, inspection and maintenance of highways and bridges, environmental functions, general aviation airports, public transit systems, state park roads and other state agency facilities, and associated administrative and support activities. Reports to the District Engineer. Exercises professional and independent judgment in overseeing district programs. Work requires extensive contact with business and community leaders; contractors; special interest or trade groups; governmental and transportation officials at the local, state, federal or international levels; the media and private entities. Employees at this level establish their own work plan and priorities to meet set objectives. Issues are rarely referred to the supervisor but are handled at the occurrence.

Essential Duties:

• Acts as consultant to other staff members on administration, programming, planning, construction design, environmental, maintenance, traffic, and right-of-way-functions. 

• Assists in the development of work programs to meet transportation needs within the district including transportation planning, design, environmental, construction, maintenance, and traffic control requirements. 

• Assists with engineering/problem resolution encountered in transportation planning/location, design, construction, operation/maintenance of bridges, aviation airports, public transit systems, state park roads and other state agency infrastructure. 

• Assists the District Engineer in maintain an effective and coordinated operation of the district and makes individual and public contacts in the interest of the department. 

• May direct and oversee district safety and legal office activities -

• Supervise professionals in specific district functional areas of responsibility. 

• Oversees all district activities in the absence of the District Engineer. 

• Performs other job related responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in engineering or related science bachelor's or higher degree accepted by TX PELS. Related graduate level education may be substituted for experience on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum Qualifications

Experience: 

• 5 years transportation engineering as a Licensed Professional Engineer (LPE) in planning, location, design, construction, operation and maintenance. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent). 
• Must have 4 years managerial/supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
• Licensed Prof Engineer*

*Professional engineers licensed in another state in the United States, but not currently licensed in the State of 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:

• Transportation design engineering principles, practices and methods and the application of engineering theory. -

• Construction engineering policies and procedures. -

• Maintenance concepts, methods, policies and requirements. 

• Government programs and operations affecting highway and transportation development. 

• Economic, demographics, fiscal, legal, and technical aspects involving state transportation programs. 

• Establishing plans and setting objectives and goals that support overall business strategy/results; anticipating and adjusting for problems and roadblocks. 

• Supervising technical staff 

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

• Communicating complex ideas and information clearly, concisely, and effectively.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs. at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools 

• Light work: Lift up to 20 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 10 lbs Standing-prolonged periods of time 

• Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers 

• 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)

• 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.
  • 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