TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Arizona Department of Administration • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Remote

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Roadway Group Pre-Design Section Manager,
this position is responsible for preparing and reviewing project scoping
documentation - including Scoping Letters, Project Assessment Reports, Planning
Level Scoping, Project Requirements Reports, Alternative Selection Reports,
Corridor Location Reports, and Location/Design Concept Report, ADA Feasibility
Reports, AASHTO Reports, and Design Decision reports/Memos as required.

Position is responsible for reviewing construction documentation, technical
reports, and encroachment permit applications for compliance with applicable
AASHTO and ADOT design guidance and requirements; preparing design and
construction plans and documentation, act as the ADA Coordinator for ADA related
design compliance and reporting for programmed design projects; ensure ADOT's
Performance Based Practical Design approach is implemented and developed.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon
the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance
measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees
flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and
commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program
and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling
spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona
unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Requirements

• Thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Civil Engineering as applied to the development, design construction and maintenance of the State Highway System.
• Thorough understanding of Federal and State regulations, policies, procedures and guidelines as applicable to the Project Development Process.
• Knowledgeable of State statues, safety practices, methods procedures and techniques utilized in management of assigned resources; computer applications.
• Competent in the principles of public participation, consultant management/coordination, and project management/coordination.
• Understanding of project budget development and administration.
• Skill in oral and written communication; project management.
• Skills in researching and interpreting a wide variety of highly technical data, analyzing and designing major highway related projects, listening and problem solving, personnel management, leadership and employee relationships, supporting and promoting the continuous process improvement.
• Skills in computer application and computer aided analysis and design package utilization.
• Skills in Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar, Chat, Meets, Docs, Spreadsheet and Slides).
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of professional and governmental representatives and the public and the ability to respond to verbal and written questions from the public or governmental representatives.
• Analytic and interpretive abilities to understand and apply complex state and federal regulations relating to highway development.
• Analytic and interpretive abilities to understand and apply complex state and federal regulations relating to highway development.
• The ability to analyze and evaluate a wide variety of engineering data and the ability to develop and implement appropriate standards, procedures and priorities for assigned work.
• Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form.
• Ability to conduct meetings and presentations to a variety of of audiences and achieve consensus on key issues as necessary.
• Arizona PE Licensure is required for this position. A candidate who holds an active PE in another state will be required to meet registration requirements set forth by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration and attain an Arizona PE from the Board within 6 months of employment start date.
• A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is to be an authorized state driver.
• All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Nice To Haves

• Education includes a BS in Civil Engineering or closely related field and various employer training courses and seminars relevant to position.
• Experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer.
• Some out of town travel may be required for this position.

Responsibilities

• Manages, prepares and reviews project scoping documentation ensuring completeness and compliance with State and Federal requirements - including project Assessment Reports, Planning Level Scoping Reports, L/DCR, ADA Feasibility Reports, AASHTO Reports, Cost Estimates and Project Schedules, and Design Exception/Variance Reports, Memos, and Letters as required. Participates in the development, review and updating of Roadway Design Standards, Processes and Guidelines through research and by applying a current knowledge and understanding of industry technical research and design best practices.
• Implement and support the implementation of Performance Based Practical Design (PBPD) concepts and approach on all projects. Provide technical support and expertise in developing solutions that meet the project's objectives and need and ensure proper documentation of decisions and scope. Represents Section, Group and ADOT at various meetings, site visits, and tasks force and research projects with other Sections, Groups, outside agencies, consultants and stakeholders.
• Perform compliance reviews of project scoping and technical reports, design/construction documentation, and others to ensure compliance with state and federal guidance and requirements. Assist with the preparation and review of design and construction documentation (including calculations, drafting and design/construction documentation) in compliance with State and Federal requirements. Provide technical expertise and representation in legal proceedings and addressing roadway technical design criteria standards and practices in response to legal questions, inquiries related to roadway design claims or other matters.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees