What are the responsibilities and job description for the FIELD SERVICES ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 3-4 - 04282026-76917 position at Tennessee Department of Transportation?
Job Information
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time04/28/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time05/11/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$5,647.00 - $7,326.00Salary (Annually)$67,764.00 - $87,912.00Job TypeFull-Time City, State Location
Chattanooga, TN
Nashville, TN
DepartmentTransportation
LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HAMILTON & DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is in the Materials and Tests Division - Region 2 & Region 3 Field Services Sections.
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/M&T-Division-Materials&PavementsSection-Field-Services-Transportation-Engineering-Specialist.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: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management
Transportation Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelor's 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: Bachelor's 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: Bachelor's 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 Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 supports Project Teams, Materials and Tests Field Services Teams and Regional Operations by providing a broad expertise of project-based independent oversight requirements. This position serves as the liaison between Project Teams, the Region, and Materials & Pavements in the delivery of the Region's projects and operations. This position will incorporate acquired knowledge to ensure that required project oversight is accurate, complete, and appropriately documented. This position employs Department specifications, policies, technical guidance, and procedures related to project oversight to support the project delivery process.
The Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 are responsible for collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders, including Project Teams, Region Operations, contractors, suppliers, and producers to ensure contractual requirements are met.
The Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 will apply acquired knowledge to improve TDOT specifications, policies, and procedures to mitigate the Department's risk and increase performance as part of fulfilling TDOT's strategic vision. This position must effectively articulate technical concepts through training, mentoring, and collaborating as part of a matrix organization.
Responsibilities
Serve as a resource for Project Teams, Region Operations, and Materials and Pavements in the Region as part of a matrix organization by applying the Project Delivery Network (PDN) to ensure required in-house and/or Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) project oversight is accurate and complete; ensure all required project sampling and testing data and information is appropriately documented and stored to facilitate end-of-project materials certification; minimize risk by identifying and mitigating potential conflicts during construction; meet the timelines established by the project schedule, and provide expert guidance and recommendations for project-based material testing, inspection, and oversight concerns.
Integrate Quality Management into all deliverables, including preparation, review, evaluation, and/or processing support and recommendations to Project Teams on project-based sampling, testing, tracking, and reporting of materials; selection and evaluation of in-house and CEI project inspectors, troubleshooting project oversight issues, and minimizing risks to on time, on budget project delivery.
Assist with improving specifications, policies, procedures, and manuals in support of project delivery with the purpose of reducing errors, construction delays, and contractor claims.
Assist in the tracking and enforcement of contractual requirements of producers and suppliers by ensuring all materials and products delivered to a project site meet relevant specifications. Assist in the tracking and performance evaluation of contracted CEI services.
Assist the Team Lead and Operations in ensuring the District's work program is delivered on time and within budget. Support and assist with the Construction and Materials Proficiency Programs when needed.
Remain current and engaged on project independent oversight requirements and methods, material control specifications, designs, manufacturing methods, testing and acceptance methods, and construction trends. Participate in peer exchanges.
Provide exceptional customer service to project stakeholders by facilitating the sharing of acquired knowledge with Project Teams, project inspection staff and other project stakeholders providing prompt assistance for materials testing, inspection, and oversight concerns; exercise effective listening skills, and communicate effectively. Serve as TDOT's liaison in teaming with industry on materials related issues.
Additional Job Responsibilities for the Field Services Transportation Engineering Specialist 4 include:
Serve as a mentor and a resource to less experienced staff by assisting in the development and presentation of training that addresses project-based sampling, testing, tracking, and reporting of materials, including governing rules and processes, lessons learned, and emerging technologies.
Assist Project Teams by providing data-driven, engineering judgment for complex issues, anticipating and acting on potential issues, and meeting associated deadlines and timelines.
Provide innovative recommendations for independent oversight improvements.
Perform quality assurance reviews of project oversight requirements.
Coordinate with the State Construction Engineer, assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of applicable State Specifications, Special Provisions, Circular Letters, and applicable standard guidance that relates to the independent project oversight.
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
State of Tennessee Job Information
Opening Date/Time04/28/2026 12:00AM Central TimeClosing Date/Time05/11/2026 11:59PM Central TimeSalary (Monthly)$5,647.00 - $7,326.00Salary (Annually)$67,764.00 - $87,912.00Job TypeFull-Time City, State Location
Chattanooga, TN
Nashville, TN
DepartmentTransportation
LOCATION OF (2) POSITION(S) TO BE FILLED: DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, HAMILTON & DAVIDSON COUNTY
This position is in the Materials and Tests Division - Region 2 & Region 3 Field Services Sections.
For more information, visit the link below:
https://www.tdot.tn.gov/PublicDocuments/hr/M&T-Division-Materials&PavementsSection-Field-Services-Transportation-Engineering-Specialist.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: Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management
Transportation Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelor's 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: Bachelor's 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: Bachelor's 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 Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 supports Project Teams, Materials and Tests Field Services Teams and Regional Operations by providing a broad expertise of project-based independent oversight requirements. This position serves as the liaison between Project Teams, the Region, and Materials & Pavements in the delivery of the Region's projects and operations. This position will incorporate acquired knowledge to ensure that required project oversight is accurate, complete, and appropriately documented. This position employs Department specifications, policies, technical guidance, and procedures related to project oversight to support the project delivery process.
The Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 are responsible for collaborating with both internal and external stakeholders, including Project Teams, Region Operations, contractors, suppliers, and producers to ensure contractual requirements are met.
The Field Services Engineering Specialist 3 & 4 will apply acquired knowledge to improve TDOT specifications, policies, and procedures to mitigate the Department's risk and increase performance as part of fulfilling TDOT's strategic vision. This position must effectively articulate technical concepts through training, mentoring, and collaborating as part of a matrix organization.
Responsibilities
Serve as a resource for Project Teams, Region Operations, and Materials and Pavements in the Region as part of a matrix organization by applying the Project Delivery Network (PDN) to ensure required in-house and/or Construction Engineering and Inspection (CEI) project oversight is accurate and complete; ensure all required project sampling and testing data and information is appropriately documented and stored to facilitate end-of-project materials certification; minimize risk by identifying and mitigating potential conflicts during construction; meet the timelines established by the project schedule, and provide expert guidance and recommendations for project-based material testing, inspection, and oversight concerns.
Integrate Quality Management into all deliverables, including preparation, review, evaluation, and/or processing support and recommendations to Project Teams on project-based sampling, testing, tracking, and reporting of materials; selection and evaluation of in-house and CEI project inspectors, troubleshooting project oversight issues, and minimizing risks to on time, on budget project delivery.
Assist with improving specifications, policies, procedures, and manuals in support of project delivery with the purpose of reducing errors, construction delays, and contractor claims.
Assist in the tracking and enforcement of contractual requirements of producers and suppliers by ensuring all materials and products delivered to a project site meet relevant specifications. Assist in the tracking and performance evaluation of contracted CEI services.
Assist the Team Lead and Operations in ensuring the District's work program is delivered on time and within budget. Support and assist with the Construction and Materials Proficiency Programs when needed.
Remain current and engaged on project independent oversight requirements and methods, material control specifications, designs, manufacturing methods, testing and acceptance methods, and construction trends. Participate in peer exchanges.
Provide exceptional customer service to project stakeholders by facilitating the sharing of acquired knowledge with Project Teams, project inspection staff and other project stakeholders providing prompt assistance for materials testing, inspection, and oversight concerns; exercise effective listening skills, and communicate effectively. Serve as TDOT's liaison in teaming with industry on materials related issues.
Additional Job Responsibilities for the Field Services Transportation Engineering Specialist 4 include:
Serve as a mentor and a resource to less experienced staff by assisting in the development and presentation of training that addresses project-based sampling, testing, tracking, and reporting of materials, including governing rules and processes, lessons learned, and emerging technologies.
Assist Project Teams by providing data-driven, engineering judgment for complex issues, anticipating and acting on potential issues, and meeting associated deadlines and timelines.
Provide innovative recommendations for independent oversight improvements.
Perform quality assurance reviews of project oversight requirements.
Coordinate with the State Construction Engineer, assist in the development, implementation, and maintenance of applicable State Specifications, Special Provisions, Circular Letters, and applicable standard guidance that relates to the independent project oversight.
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
Salary : $67,764 - $87,912