Transportation Engineer 1 - Bridge & Culvert Assessment, PN 20060719

State of Ohio • Sidney, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Transportation Engineer 1 supports bridge and culvert assessment and related project development for the Ohio Department of Transportation, District 07. The position creates and maintains bridge inventory and inspection records, assists with bridge and culvert inspections, and manages the culvert inspection program. It identifies culvert and bridge needs, prioritizes corrective activities, and supports hydraulic investigations and analysis. The role also prepares culvert plans for HMA projects, preliminary engineering analyses, and cost estimates for bridge and culvert projects.

This is a permanent, full-time classified position. The schedule is generally 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, though hours may vary. The position is overtime eligible based on FLSA standards and is covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME contract. New bargaining-unit hires serve a one-year probationary period. The selected candidate must undergo a criminal background check. If operating a state-owned vehicle, the employee must show proof of a valid driver's license; otherwise, the employee must provide their own transportation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• Accepted for the Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by the Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain accurate bridge inventory and inspection records.
• Assist with bridge and culvert inspections.
• Manage the culvert inspection program.
• Identify culvert needs and program projects.
• Assist with hydraulic investigations.
• Conduct hydraulic analysis and develop culvert plans for HMA projects.
• Identify bridge needs while prioritizing corrective activities.
• Prepare preliminary engineering analyses for bridge and culvert projects.
• Prepare bridge and culvert estimates.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including Employee Development Funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS.
• Optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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