Designer - Road Design

State of Montana • Helena, MT

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Designer in the Road Design Section. This position is responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis, administering contracts, overseeing 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 with advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Four years of design-related experience, or two years of design-related experience and a two-year associate's degree in computer-aided design, survey, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field (for Entry Level)
• A minimum of 2 years of related work experience (for Mid-Level)
• A minimum of 3 years related work experience (for Top Level)
• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skills, and judgment in a specific practice area to perform the routine engineering tasks in the assigned area
• Broad knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes, and procedures, computer-assisted drafting and design software, and engineering techniques are required for projects of moderate complexity
• A journey level knowledge of federal guidelines and procedures regarding road design and construction is required
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills in order to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings
• Driver's record will be verified
• 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
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire
• MDT participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility

Responsibilities

• Conducting in-depth engineering and analysis
• Administering contracts
• Overseeing projects and project design
• May serve as a lead worker

Benefits

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• 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)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on the first day of employment

What This Job Offers

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