Title: Structure and Bridge Engineer

Hiring Range: $67,646 - $109,925

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Staunton District Office

Agency Website: https://www.virginiadot.org/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

The Staunton District Virginia Department of Transportation is seeking applicants for the position of Structural Engineer in the Districtâs Structure \u0026 Bridge Section. The selected candidate will apply sound engineering principles in designing and detailing plans for structure and bridge construction and repairs and insure bridge construction or repairs are accurate, functionally feasible, economical and as safe as possible. In this role they will check statically determinate and indeterminate bridge structures of concrete and steel to meet alignment, dimension, strength and economic requirements using AASHTO LRFD specifications to prepare plans; compute dimensions and quantities of material; and provide construction support by assisting Senior Engineers with field reviews and redesigns to fit unanticipated field conditions. In addition, this position will serve as a project manager for multiple bridge projects and may be designated as the â bridge coordinatorâ responsible for reviewing and coordinating review responses to plans prepared by private firms and in-house staff

Job Duties

Provide technical advice, guidance and training regarding assigned engineering program areas. Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations. Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering program area. Effectively manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Communicate with
internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

⢠Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field preferred; equivalent experience or
training may substitute for degree.
⢠Experience in the design and analysis of bridges and structures.
⢠Experience in transportation engineering. Work experience in transportation engineering
project management.
⢠Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
⢠Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include automated engineering
and design software.
⢠Experience in structural steel design, reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil
mechanics.
⢠Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.
⢠Experience applying specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design (e.g.
AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
⢠Experience applying civil engineering principles and practices related to structural
engineering to include strength of materials, statics and structural analysis.
⢠Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
⢠Ability to review and administer consultant design contracts.
⢠Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent
decisions; and manage multiple assignments.

Preferred Qualifications:

⢠Experience in the design and analysis of bridges and structures.
⢠BSCE with an emphasis in Structural Engineering.
⢠Experience using AASHTO's LRFD design specifications.
⢠Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer's (PE) license.

Special Instructions:

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to â Your Applicationâ in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Once onboarded, this position may be eligible for telework opportunities; availability, hours, and duration of telework shall be approved as outlined in the Commonwealth telework policy. (only for eligible positions)

We are a â Virginia Values Veteransâ (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore,
advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

VDOT is an emergency response agency, therefore you will work outside of normal work hours during emergency operations when services are needed.

Contact Information:

Name: Michelle Small

Phone: 540-332-7794

Email: michelle.small@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealthâs commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging \u0026 Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind \u0026 Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.