Civil Engineer I - Ancillary Structures

Commonwealth of Massachusetts • Taunton, MA

14d

About The Position

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relating to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/or maintenance work; and perform related work as required.
The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Requirements

• Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
• An Associate’s degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
• A Bachelor’s or higher degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology, may be substituted for the required experience.
• Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency in various civil engineering software (AutoCAD, GIS, excel, etc).
• Ability to work/interact in a diverse workforce.
• Strong math skills.
• Excellent grasp of engineering fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges or facilities in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations, and standards.
• Performs review of consultant designs and contract documents for projects developed for advertisement through MassDOT's Road and Bridge Program.
• Provides engineering data for the preparation and review of engineering or environmental reports and studies.
• Performs general calculations related to bridge design, survey traverses, traffic forecasting, soil capacity, groundwater flow, and quantity of materials.
• Reviews ancillary structure inspection reports.
• Act as an Assistant to the Resident Engineer to inspect roadways, intersection, and bridge improvement projects to ensure that work is being performed according to specifications.
• Enter temporary traffic control notifications for ancillary structures in the MassDOT traffic control system.
• Tracks deficiencies in accordance with the Highway Division's Standard Operating Procedures using MassDOT's Work Order Management System (i.e. VueWorks).
• Collects data from construction, maintenance, and repair projects to inventory and inspect new or repaired ancillary structures.
• Test materials used in the production of bituminous concrete pavements and cement concrete to ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• Perform site inspections of construction operations on active bridges, roadways, and maintenance related work.
• Writes memoranda, letters, and reports to supervisors concerning the status of engineering projects or problems.
• Ability to promote a harmonious work environment, respect the opinions of others, and work in a diverse team.
• Performs other related duties as required by the District Ancillary Structures Engineer on an as needed basis.

Benefits

• This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT.
• Comprehensive Benefits
• When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package.
• We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees