District Utility & Railroad Manager

State of Indiana•La Porte, IN

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About The Position

The District Utility and Railroad Manager is an engineer position in the LaPorte District Capital Program Management Division of the Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT). The position determines whether and how utilities and railroads may be affected by INDOT-programmed projects. The role involves building relationships with stakeholders and reviewing roadway plan sets to identify utility conflicts, constructability concerns, and railroad impacts. Regular travel within the district to field locations and meetings is required. The role supports planning and project management, program management, design and research, engineering inspections and investigations, technical and data analysis, testing, and quality control and assurance. It may also provide direct supervision for one or more staff members. A Professional Engineer license is normally required, though candidates with EIT or FE certification who are actively pursuing Indiana PE licensure may be considered for a lower-level classification. A degree is not required if the candidate has at least four years of relevant professional experience applying the stated engineering knowledge and skills. The position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010, which may be adjusted based on education and job experience. Engineer Trainees without a PE license may be hired at a lower minimum salary and may be eligible for promotional increases as they gain experience and obtain licensure. The job is exempt from overtime compensation; additional hours may be required to complete essential or assigned work.

Requirements

Indiana Professional Engineer license; exceptions may be considered for candidates with an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification who are actively pursuing Indiana PE licensure, when applying for a lower-level classification.
Valid driver's license.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply civil engineering theories, principles, methods, and procedures to the engineering specialty.
Broad knowledge of planning, design, or construction of highway or transportation project features in accordance with engineering design and construction standards, principles, and methods.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing the area of specialization.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply computer-aided design and drafting functions to the area of specialization.
Ability to prepare and review complex design plans and reports related to the functional area of specialization.
Ability to perform algebraic, trigonometric, and higher mathematical computations applied to design operations.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply AASHTO Design Specifications, AASHTO Standard Specifications and Tests, and ASTM Standards.
Working knowledge of the Indiana Design Manual (IDM), Indiana Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (IMUTCD), and INDOT standard specifications and standard drawings.
Knowledge of department systems, including Scheduling Project Management System (SPMS), Deighton Transportation Information Management System (dTIMS), ArcGIS, and Work Management System (WMS).
A degree is not required if the candidate has at least four years of professional experience in engineering, civil engineering, transportation research, or a closely related field, applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

For bridge specialty assignments: ability to use bridge design software such as CONSPAN, RC-Pier, GEOMATH, and Merlin Dash.
For bridge specialty assignments: completion of National Highway Institute course 130055 or 130056 on safety inspection of in-service bridges.
For bridge specialty assignments: completion of National Highway Institute course 130053, Bridge Inspection Refresher Training, at intervals not exceeding 60 months.
For bridge specialty assignments: recommended completion of National Highway Institute course 130078 on bridge inspection techniques for nonredundant steel tension members.
For bridge specialty assignments: attendance at INDOT bridge inspection training classes and annual Local Transportation Assistant Program (LTAP) training as scheduled.

Responsibilities

Determine whether and how utilities and railroads may be impacted by INDOT-programmed projects.
Develop relationships with stakeholders and review roadway plan sets for utility conflicts, constructability concerns, and railroad impacts.
Travel within the district to field locations and meetings.
Serve as a resource for proposal development and research processes, and ensure milestones, deliverables, and implementation strategies are established accurately.
Assist supervisors with strategic planning and resource utilization, and participate in project reviews according to agency performance standards.
Ensure plans reflect the scope of services, existing field conditions, appropriate design standards, and sound engineering judgment.
Coordinate division or department programs and plans; interpret applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines; and review program plans for completeness and economic and technical feasibility.
Assist with developing programs and research and technology plans to improve product quality.
Review research proposals and reports for accuracy, effectiveness, and potential for implementation.
Organize, conduct, and review engineering investigations and field observations with a defined scope.
Assist in analyzing engineering data and developing technical guidelines, technology initiatives, training materials, and other technical documents.
Assist with laboratory testing using research-grade equipment related to materials, bridge, or traffic research.
Participate in Quality Control and Quality Assurance programs, analyze field data, and review plans for conformance to design criteria.
May directly supervise one or more staff members.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with a biweekly state contribution.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers.
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave.
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.
Competitive compensation and work-life balance.