BUSINESS SOLUTIONS TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 3 - 04212026-76829

Job Information

LOCATION OF (1) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HAMILTON COUNTY

This position is in the Region 2 - Business Solutions - Business Support Section.

For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/RegionBusinessSolutionsDivision-BusinessSupportSection-Transportation-Engineering-Specialis.pdf

This position has a hybrid work schedule of three days in the office and two days working from home.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS (Education must be from an accredited institution.)
Transportation Engineering Specialist: Bachelors or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management

Transportation Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelors or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Transportation Engineering Specialist 2: Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Transportation Engineering Specialist 3: Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 3 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects OR Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management and 2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects

Overview

The Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 supports Region Business Solutions by providing technical support in region-wide engineering data systems, digital tools, and operational analytics that drive TDOT's project delivery and maintenance programs. Reporting to the Business Support Team Lead, this position serves as an engineering resource, offering insight into the intersection of engineering practices and business operations.

This position is responsible for translating transportation data into actionable insights, validating system outputs against engineering standards, and ensuring the integration of technical requirements into region business systems. The Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 independently manage high-complexity data products, develop and oversee dashboards, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) layers, and engineering documentation, and ensure that business systems reflect the technical needs of planning, design, and construction teams.

The Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 coordinates across Regions and Divisions to align project delivery goals with system capabilities. The position also plays a key role in ensuring the integrity of infrastructure-related data through quality assurance reviews, compliance checks, and the mentoring of less-experienced staff.

The Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 contributes to business continuity and system enhancements by implementing acquired knowledge that mitigates the Department's risk and increases performance as part of fulfilling TDOT's strategic vision.

This position embeds engineering knowledge into TDOT's digital and administrative tools, supporting the standardization, accuracy, and effectiveness of statewide infrastructure programs and fostering continuous improvement through training, mentoring, and collaboration as part of a matrix organization.

Responsibilities

Apply engineering judgment to ensure TDOT's region business systems support the technical requirements of infrastructure planning, design, construction, and maintenance. Optimize functionality for business-critical systems, including, but not limited to, AASHTOWare, Project 360, e-Plans, and SiteManager to enhance engineering workflows and maintain compliance with TDOT standards.

Analyze business processes, validate data integrity using engineering principles to ensure system deliverables meet technical quality and performance expectations. Develop and oversee dashboards, GIS visualizations, and reports that translate complex engineering data into actionable insights for infrastructure tracking, risk mitigation, and project decision-making.

Integrate engineering-based quality management by conducting technical reviews, verifying system documentation against specifications, and ensuring compliance with Records Disposition Authorization (RDA) and Business Solutions Section guidelines.

Coordinate with the Regions, Headquarters (HQ) Divisions, and Project Teams to gather user feedback, document business needs, and resolve complex system or data issues that affect project delivery. Assess software performance with a focus on its ability to support engineering calculations, reporting, and decision-making.

Provide technical assistance and mentoring to Region staff by delivering system training, onboarding support, and instructional resources focused on integrating engineering practices into business systems. Participate in peer exchanges and knowledge-sharing to promote cross-regional consistency statewide.

Support innovation and pilot testing by applying engineering evaluation methods to assess new digital tools, document lessons learned, and track performance metrics that inform process improvements and technology adoption aligned with TDOT strategic priorities.

Develop business intelligence products that transform engineering, infrastructure, and maintenance data into accurate, timely insights aligned with Asset Management goals and TDOT's performance framework.

Competencies (KSA's)

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Competencies (KSACs):
The required KSACs for Engineering Specialist, I, II, and III include:
Knowledge of engineering principles, potentially within a specific discipline as they relate to transportation projects
Knowledgeable in the use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Skilled in basic technical writing
Ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed
Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions
Ability to learn technical concepts and apply those concepts to work
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to conduct work with a high degree of accuracy

Additional KSACs for Engineering Specialist II and III include:
Skilled in strong technical writing
Ability to work within a project team
Ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed

Additional KSACs for Engineering Specialist III include:
Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
Ability to coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team to proactively identify and resolve complex, multidisciplinary issues which may impact project scope, schedule, and/or budget