SENIOR STRUCTURES DESIGN ENGINEER - 55008935

State of Florida • FL

66d • $102,082 - $132,106

About The Position

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. Our mission is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state’s economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida’s environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state’s communities. As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

Requirements

• Registration as a Professional Engineer in accordance with Florida Statute 471.
• Two years of post-registration experience.
• Knowledge of structural design software, MicroStation, and Microsoft Office.
• Skilled in structural design and analysis of prestressed concrete, reinforced concrete, steel members and fiber reinforced polymers.
• Skilled in the interpretation and application of the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Bridge Design Specifications.
• Skilled in the use and preparation of Department of Transportation policies and procedures in the areas of Structures Design, Roadway Design, and Construction Specifications.
• Skilled in the preparation and review of structural drawings.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work independently.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and implement Florida Department of Transportation Structural Design Standards.
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Responsibilities

• Develops policies and implementation plans for the use of innovative materials and technologies related to bridge design.
• Develops specifications, design procedures and guidelines for the use of innovative materials and technologies related to bridge design.
• Performs and reviews special assignments involving bridge design, researches existing literature, performs calculations and analysis to develop design policies and specifications.
• Performs and reviews designs and design calculations for in-house bridge design projects.
• Identifies structures research needs and manages research projects.

Benefits

• Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
• $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
• Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
• State of Florida retirement package
• 10 paid holidays a year
• Generous vacation and sick leave
• Career advancement opportunities
• Tuition waiver for public college courses
• A variety of training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees