99066 - EDGE Civil Engineering
About The Position
This entry-level position prepares individuals to fill designated critical engineering roles and contribute to VDOT. The employee participates in the Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program for Civil Engineers, applying engineering studies while developing the technical and leadership competencies needed for an Architect Engineer I in disciplines such as Location and Design, Materials, Residency Operations, Construction, Structure and Bridge, Maintenance, Environmental, Transportation Planning, and Traffic Engineering Operations. The position provides engineering support, consultation, technical guidance, and training in assigned program areas. It involves analyzing engineering information, preparing reports and recommendations, managing assigned projects and activities, and communicating with VDOT staff, local governments, consultants, citizens, contractors, government agencies, and FHWA. Work follows VDOT policies and procedures and applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Special duties and program initiatives may also be assigned.
Requirements
- Have or be completing, by the start of employment, at least a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program.
- Be able to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering (F.E.) exam and obtain the Engineer in Training (EIT) designation within 12 months of employment.
- Be at least 18 years old by the start of employment.
- Ability to apply engineering principles and knowledge to projects and other tasks.
- Ability to make independent decisions, identify efficient processes, maximize resources, and manage multiple assignments and competing deadlines.
- Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups and maintain effective working relationships.
- Ability to interpret technical data, prepare and maintain detailed reports, and understand highway construction plans.
- Knowledge of engineering specifications and standards, civil engineering principles related to roadway design, and VDOT standards.
- Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal transportation engineering policies and procedures, and construction and maintenance contract policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of project management principles and procedures, roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
- Skill in basic computer operations.
Nice To Haves
- Training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering or a related field.
- Experience with design technology and interpreting technical plans and specifications.
- Experience in roadway design and geometric design application.
- Experience in roadway transportation.
- Engineer in Training (EIT) designation at the time of employment.
- Skill using MS Office, project management software, and engineering software programs.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and interpret engineering data and information; prepare clear reports, analyses, and recommendations.
- Provide technical advice, guidance, training, support, and consultation in assigned engineering program areas.
- Plan, schedule, coordinate, and manage assigned engineering activities and projects to meet scope, schedules, budgets, quality requirements, and deliverables.
- Manage multiple concurrent tasks and assignments and provide status updates.
- Communicate with VDOT staff, contractors, government agencies, local government staff, consultants, citizens, and FHWA; investigate issues and resolve complaints.
- Apply established VDOT policies and procedures and ensure engineering projects comply with state and federal laws and regulations.
- Support project engineering, roadway design, construction, maintenance, materials, environmental, planning, residency operations, right-of-way, structure and bridge, and traffic engineering activities as applicable to the assigned program area.
- Manage special program initiatives and projects and represent VDOT or the assigned program area on committees and work groups.
- Coordinate the flow of information orally and in writing and demonstrate customer service consistent with VDOT values.
- Practice and promote safe work behaviors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
