Transportation Engineer 2 - District 8 HQ CPA - Production - PN20062787 & 20061947

State of Ohio•Lebanon, OH

20h

About The Position

M anages complex projects independently in Production (e.g., new location, new alignment, multi-lane &/or bi-directional reconstruction, major structures) by generating &/or reviewing detailed drawings using CADD or drafting equipment, design software, & engineering principles (e.g. structural steel design, structural concrete design, hydraulic design, geometric design, statistical analysis, cost analysis) in development of construction project plans under the general supervision of a registered professional engineer. Conducts reviews of highway & bridge construction plans, contracts & cost estimates for technical accuracy. Performs field review to evaluate land feature that will impact design of project. Coordinates & requests field work as necessary. Under the supervision of higher-level exempt engineer, assists in the necessary geometrics & analytical calculations; calculates quantities. Assures accurate & timely updating of management information systems as they relate to the delivery of the program, (i.e., ELLIS, TMS) & assures that the business rules, policies, & procedures are implemented, used, & maintained as standard business practice in the designated work environments. Prepares required reports relative to assigned projects/plans; prepares or reviews cost estimates; confers with supervisor or higher-level engineer regarding unusual or complex problems or to obtain approval on plans. Provides technical assistance & direction to technicians & subordinate engineers on squad/team; assists in training of squad/team members. Reviews & checks plans for engineering accuracy & compliance with design criteria; prepares construction change orders; maintains project records. Performs other duties as assigned by higher authority. Meets with the public, government officials, & property owners to provide information regarding the design of projects. Attends training, technical & professional meetings to keep informed of new design criteria & policies. ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION. -This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards. -All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period. -Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract. -The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. Who We Are: The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day\: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization. ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future. Benefits to you: -Extensive benefits including medical, vision, dental and basic life insurance -11 paid holidays per year -Paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave accruals -At least a 14% employer contribution in to your OPERS pension plan -Pay increases pursuant to the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement -Employee Tuition reimbursement programs -Work/Life Balance -The opportunity to work on an important mission

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering
Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors
2 yrs. engineering related experience.
Or Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors
12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1, 85641.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.
ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.
All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.
The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).

Responsibilities

Manages complex projects independently in Production
Generates &/or reviewing detailed drawings using CADD or drafting equipment, design software, & engineering principles
Conducts reviews of highway & bridge construction plans, contracts & cost estimates for technical accuracy
Performs field review to evaluate land feature that will impact design of project
Coordinates & requests field work as necessary
Assists in the necessary geometrics & analytical calculations; calculates quantities
Assures accurate & timely updating of management information systems
Prepares required reports relative to assigned projects/plans
Prepares or reviews cost estimates
Provides technical assistance & direction to technicians & subordinate engineers on squad/team
Assists in training of squad/team members
Reviews & checks plans for engineering accuracy & compliance with design criteria
Prepares construction change orders
Maintains project records
Performs other duties as assigned by higher authority
Meets with the public, government officials, & property owners to provide information regarding the design of projects
Attends training, technical & professional meetings to keep informed of new design criteria & policies

Benefits

Medical Coverage
Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )
Extensive benefits including medical, vision, dental and basic life insurance
11 paid holidays per year
Paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave accruals
At least a 14% employer contribution in to your OPERS pension plan
Pay increases pursuant to the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement
Employee Tuition reimbursement programs
Work/Life Balance
The opportunity to work on an important mission