Civil Engineering Specialist
About The Position
The Montana Department of Transportation is recruiting a Civil Engineering Specialist. Positions in the assigned district are responsible for conducting engineering and analysis, administering Federal aid and non-Federal aid construction contracts, overseeing active construction operations, reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability, coordinating and performing surveying procedures, serving as lead worker, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. The incumbent will often determine the best solution based on contract plans, specifications, engineering principles, acquired knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional and engineering judgment. This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. For a full job description, please contact HR Generalist, Sarah Peterson at [email protected] Benefits of working for the Montana Department of Transportation and the State of Montana include: Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance 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 Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Benefits apply on first day of employment 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 Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
Requirements
- The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
- Entry Level - Civil Engineering Specialist 1: Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
- Mid-Level - Civil Engineering Specialist 2: This position also requires 6 months to 2 years of related work experience.
- Mid-Level - Civil Engineering Specialist 2: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
- Top Level - Civil Engineering Specialist 3: This position also requires 2 to 4 years related work experience.
- Top Level - Civil Engineering Specialist 3: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE), Engineering Intern Certification (EIT), or licensed Professional Engineer
- Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skill, and judgment in a specific practice area to perform the routine engineering, review, testing, inspection, and documentation tasks in the assigned area. Although the knowledge acquired is in a specific work area, that knowledge and competence should reasonably transfer to other work areas at the same level.
- Broad knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes and procedures, computer-assisted drafting and survey software, and engineering techniques are required for projects of moderate complexity.
- A journey level knowledge of federal guidelines and procedures regarding engineering and construction is also required.
- Skills in effective oral and written communication to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings.
Responsibilities
- conducting engineering and analysis
- administering Federal aid and non-Federal aid construction contracts
- overseeing active construction operations
- reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability
- coordinating and performing surveying procedures
- serving as lead worker
- performing a variety of other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- 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
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
