Highway Engineering Assistant

State of Indiana • West Lafayette, IN

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana. The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Requirements

• Extensive training/experience in related safety (including MUTCD), project management, electro-mechanical, theory and practice, and related standards and regulations.
• Extensive training and technical knowledge in operation and calibration to the standards of testing equipment.
• General knowledge of statistics, sampling protocols, and data quality.
• Extensive knowledge in repairing and upgrading electro-mechanical, specialized testing equipment, and vehicle fleet budget.
• Broad knowledge of scheduling and planning for operators and testing systems to meet deadlines.
• Ability to supervise and train technicians on complex testing equipment, and the ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
• Must be able to operate Specialized Testing Systems, travel overnight, and acquire a Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Must possess a valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or obtain one with the first 90 days of employment.
• Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

• A degree is not required. However, at least four (4) years of Laboratory testing, developing, and leading project teams experience applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises all specialized field-testing program operations and coordinates with Division engineering staff on all field-testing data analysis requirements.
• Ensures testing system calibration of electro-mechanical systems and oversee upgrading and repair of multiple specialized test systems.
• Assigns research technicians for testing, data analysis, traffic control, and safety plans during field testing.
• Provides technical guidance and oversees training operations of testing operators, testing equipment calibrations, and coordinates the completion and fulfillment of multiple specialized testing programs and special requests.
• Directs specialized electro-mechanical maintenance, repair, fabrication, upgrades, and replacement of complex testing and calibration systems/equipment.
• Develops maintenance and operational manuals for test systems.
• Responsible for budgeting, approval of expenditures, and resource allocation for special test system repairs and upgrades.
• Prepares and achieves specialized testing systems as well as testing operators' performance metrics for program deliverables.
• Supervises staff of 9 research technicians (HEA3 & HEA4) and more if required.
• Presents testing equipment and concepts for visitors, university students, and federal highway staff.
• Participates in various research studies as directed.
• Directly supervises all specialized laboratory testing program operations and data analysis requirements.
• Ensures testing system calibration of all testing systems and oversees upgrading and repair of multiple specialized test systems.
• Assigns technicians for testing, data analysis, during testing.
• Provides technical guidance and oversees training operations of new laboratory testing technicians and equipment calibrations.
• Directs specialized mechanical maintenance, repair, upgrades and replacement of complex testing and calibration systems/equipment.
• Develops maintenance and operational manuals for test systems.
• Responsible for approval of resource allocation for special test system repairs and upgrades.
• Prepares and achieves performance metrics for program deliverables.
• Supervises staff of 3-10 laboratory technicians.
• Participates in various special investigative studies as directed.
• Supports a strong management culture by coaching and mentoring team members.
• Work with Construction and Materials technical staff to create and provide training to staff members.
• Responsible for assembling project team and assigning individual responsibilities.
• Understands project objectives and role of each team members.
• Supervises Appeal Laboratories.
• Works with team to ensure testing standard, safety, and project scope compliance.
• Prepares reports and analysis to manage risk and recommend necessary adjustments.
• Presents project status and prepares recommendations for improving the project workflow.
• May delegate low-level project tasks to assigned team member.
• Responsible for ensuring the Laboratories compliance with all AASHTO, ASTM, Indiana Test Method, Directives, and other established standards, as well as all applicable laboratory and workplace safety standards.
• Completes the scope of work while ensuring INDOT’s quality, financial, risk management and policy expectations are met.
• Responsible for overall work progress and technical performance on project.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Robust benefits package
• Commitment to work-life balance
• Competitive total compensation package
• Outstanding work/life balance
• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 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 time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed