Transportation Engineer (Civil) (JC-490122)

Source Inspection Engineer

Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Job Control: JC-490122

Classification: Transportation Engineer (Civil)

Annual Salary: $77,856.00 - $145,824.00

Apply by: 9/11/2025

All applications must be submitted through the link external link on Calcareers.

"At Caltrans, we foster a supportive environment that encourages open communication and mutual respect, empowering you to bring your best ideas forward. Our commitment to work-life balance ensures you have time to recharge and pursue personal passions, while our dedication to job security guarantees a stable and fulfilling career."

About the Position:

Under the direction of the Pavement Engineering Branch Chief, a Senior Transportation Engineer, the Transportation Engineer (Civil) (TE Civil) acts as the Source Inspection Engineer. The TE Civil performs difficult and complex materials testing work; performs field inspections and investigations to determine compliance with plans and specifications on all phases of highway or bridge construction projects. Coordinates with Headquarters Materials Engineering and Testing Services (METS), other Units within Caltrans, and with external partners, including contractors and suppliers. Based on the unit workload and delivery commitments, performs various transportation engineering tasks of average difficulty accomplished through understanding and applying Caltrans standards, manuals, guidelines, policies, directives, and computer software applications. For placement in TE Range D, possession of a valid certificate of registration as a civil engineer issued by the California State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers is required.

*See more details on the Duty Statement located on the job posting.

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