Civil Engineer I - Structures Section

State of Vermont • Barre, VT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Agency of Transportation (VTrans) is hiring a civil engineer for the Structures Section of the Project Delivery Bureau. The position contributes to the engineering development of plans, specifications, and estimates for bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects throughout Vermont, from project scoping through completion of contract plans. The engineer works with professionals such as hydraulics experts, geotechnical specialists, and construction engineers. The work is described as basic-level engineering involving design, technical support, and construction oversight of simple projects under close supervision, including collecting, analyzing, and reviewing engineering data for design and construction plans and specifications.

The position is based at Barre City Place in Barre, Vermont, with an opportunity for partial teleworking. Duties are generally performed in office and field settings, and private transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve hazardous materials, traffic, construction sites in all weather, rough terrain, and bodies of water. Some work outside regular hours, including public meetings, may be required; strong differences of opinion may be encountered regularly.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or a related technical field; OR an associate degree in one of these fields and two years of engineering experience or licensure as an Engineer Intern; OR senior standing in the final year of a bachelor’s degree program in one of these fields.
• Candidates in the final year of a bachelor’s degree program must successfully graduate before the start date.
• Private means of transportation must be available for duties performed in office and field settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate initial design concepts and collaborate with stakeholders to meet regulatory requirements and standards, identifying risks and challenges such as environmental impacts, traffic maintenance requirements, and technical constraints.
• Design and analyze bridge superstructures, substructures, foundations, and retaining walls in compliance with applicable design codes and regulatory requirements.
• Design horizontal and vertical roadway alignments, superelevation, guardrail layouts, drainage, stormwater, and erosion protection.
• Develop detailed three-dimensional roadway and bridge models and draft contract drawings using CADD.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including project managers, civil engineers, environmental engineers, and transportation planners, to integrate designs into infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and other documentation related to design, analysis, and construction activities.
• Collect, analyze, and review engineering data for the preparation and evaluation of engineering design and construction plans and specifications.
• Provide technical support and construction oversight for simple engineering projects under close supervision.

Benefits

• 80% of the medical premium paid by the State and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• State defined benefit pension plan and deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low-cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based wellness program
• Qualified Employer for the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level