Civil Engineering Specialist - Road Design

State of Montana • Helena, MT

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About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting for two Civil Engineering Specialists in our Highways Bureau. Road Design staff participate in assembling road plans packages, which are a major part of the development of all highway projects in the Department of Transportation. Creating road plans packages entails proposals and evaluations of alternates, computations of geometric data, estimation of plan quantities, creation of design models, assembly of plan sheets, incorporation of recommendations from other technical specialists, and composition of specifications needed to build highways on the Secondary, Primary, and Interstate Highway systems of the State of Montana. In addition to plans package preparation, this position requires preparation of project reports.
Positions in the assigned bureau or district are responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis, administer contracts, oversee projects and project design, and may serve as a lead worker. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction, and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines, knowledge and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
This position is part of a career ladder.
For a full job description, please contact Brandi Hamilton at [email protected]
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website: https://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values

Requirements

• Entry Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 1: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field of study. Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
• Mid-Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 2: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field of study. This position also requires a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering or directly related work experience. Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
• Top Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 3: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field of study. This position also requires a minimum of 2 years to 4 years of engineering or directly related work experience. Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE), Engineering Intern Certification (EIT), or licensed Professional Engineer.
• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skill, and judgment to perform the routine engineering, review, testing, inspection, and documentation tasks in the assigned area.
• Knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes and procedures, computer-assisted drafting and survey software, and engineering techniques are required.
• Skills in effective oral and written communication to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings.
• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”
• Driver’s record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant’s permanent driving records.
• Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy #6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assembling road plans packages
• Proposals and evaluations of alternates
• Computations of geometric data
• Estimation of plan quantities
• Creation of design models
• Assembly of plan sheets
• Incorporation of recommendations from other technical specialists
• Composition of specifications needed to build highways on the Secondary, Primary, and Interstate Highway systems of the State of Montana
• Preparation of project reports
• Conducting in-depth engineering and analysis
• Administer contracts
• Oversee projects and project design
• Serve as a lead worker

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees