Engineer I

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

9d

About The Position

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department. Click here to learn more about DelDOT Transportation Solutions Division . Summary Statement This is a project engineer position in the Bridge Maintenance & Construction group of the DelDOT Bridge Section. The position will involve developing scope, schedules, and budgets of bridge preservation, rehabilitation, and structure maintenance contracts; monitoring multiple concurrent contracts; coordinating with intra-departmental support sections, outside agencies and public outreach as needed; and providing field support for projects in construction Career Ladder Upon satisfactory completion of department promotional standards and job requirements, employees may be eligible to be promoted to the next level. Essential Functions Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here. Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications. Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations. Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems. Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations. Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities. Plans and coordinates engineering projects. Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance. Develops cost estimates for project time and materials. Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

Requirements

• Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:
• Possession of a Bachelor's degree or higher (or have an anticipated graduation date within 12 months) in one or more of the discipline(s) of engineering shown below OR official notice of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) in one or more of the discipline(s) of engineering shown below.
• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Material Science Engineering
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• As a condition of hire you must possess a valid driver's license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving).
• Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.
• A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
• Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
• Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
• Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities.
• Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
• Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
• Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
• Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

What This Job Offers

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