98032 - EDGE Construction Engineering

Virginia Department of Transportation•Lynchburg, VA

11d•$71,867 - $76,359

About The Position

This entry-level position equips individuals to fill designated critical construction engineering roles and contribute effective results to the organization. The employee participates in the Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program, applying engineering studies as a competent VDOT engineer. The program develops the technical and leadership competencies required for an Architect Engineer I in the Construction discipline. The employee may also perform special duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Construction Engineering Management, or a related degree from an ABET-accredited program by the start of employment.
Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complete projects and other tasks.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to make independent decisions and identify efficient processes to produce results and maximize resources.
Ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (F.E.) and obtain the Engineering in Training (EIT) designation within 12 months of employment.
Knowledge of Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering principles as they relate to highway construction.
Knowledge of highway construction principles.
Knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications, and materials.
Basic computer operations skills.
Must be at least 18 years old by the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related field.
Experience interpreting technical plans and specifications.
Experience in roadway design and construction projects.
Experience in roadway transportation.
EIT designation at the time of employment.

Responsibilities

Apply engineering studies and knowledge to construction engineering work through the EDGE Program.
Develop technical and leadership competencies required for an Architect Engineer I in the Construction discipline.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Construction, including field inspections and project documentation.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Environmental functions and responsibilities.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Maintenance systems and activities.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Materials, including quality assurance, pavement, and geotechnical engineering.
Demonstrate general knowledge of transportation planning and its role and responsibilities.
Demonstrate thorough knowledge of residency operations, including budget and preliminary engineering, land development, construction, and maintenance.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Right of Way functions and responsibilities.
Apply thorough knowledge of roadway principles and practices, including project development, geometric design, quality control, safety, engineering economics, environmental considerations, and construction techniques.
Develop roadway designs for a wide range of complex transportation projects.
Demonstrate general knowledge of Structure and Bridge, including preliminary design, bridge safety inspection, and bridge maintenance.
Demonstrate general knowledge of traffic engineering and operations.
Complete projects and other tasks, follow instructions, make decisions, and identify efficient processes to produce results and maximize resources.
Perform special duties as assigned.