Civil Engineer III - 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 engineering development of plans, specifications, and estimates for bridge replacement and rehabilitation projects across Vermont, from project scoping through completion of contract plans. The engineer works with professionals such as hydraulics experts, geotechnical specialists, and construction engineers.

The position is located at Barre City Place in Barre, Vermont, with an opportunity for partial teleworking. Duties are generally performed in office and field settings. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites in all weather conditions, as well as traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside regular working hours, including attending public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered regularly. Private transportation must be available for work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or a related technical field and four years of engineering experience; or an associate degree in one of these fields and six years of engineering experience, including licensure as an Engineer Intern.
• Private means of transportation must be available for duties performed in office and field settings.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate initial design concepts, collaborate with stakeholders to meet regulatory requirements and standards, and identify 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 needs.
• Develop detailed three-dimensional roadway and bridge models to support design and plan development, and draft contract drawings.
• Collaborate with project managers, civil engineers, environmental engineers, transportation planners, and other multidisciplinary team members to integrate designs into infrastructure projects.
• Prepare technical reports, drawings, specifications, and other documentation related to design, analysis, and construction activities.

Benefits

• 80% State-paid medical premium 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 Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

What This Job Offers

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