Utility & Railroad Engineer

State of Indiana•Seymour, IN

11d•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves within INDOT’s Southeast District as the Seymour District’s Utility Engineer and subject matter expert. It requires knowledge of federal and state utility laws and regulations, and utility and railroad management. The role supports project development and leads the district’s utility coordination efforts, evaluating how potential utility relocations and railroad impacts may affect the constructability, cost, and timing of transportation projects. It serves as a technical expert in discussions with utility and railroad representatives, INDOT Area Engineers, construction personnel, environmental specialists, utility companies, and design engineers. Approximately 20% of the work involves field project meetings and firsthand review of issues. The incumbent manages a large portfolio of projects across multiple fiscal years and provides technical leadership and mentoring to utility coordinators. The role also performs broader engineering functions, including project and program planning, project reviews, engineering investigations and field observations, design and research support, technical and data analysis, testing assistance, and quality control/assurance activities. A Professional Engineering license is generally required, though an exception may be considered for an EIT or FE certification holder actively pursuing Indiana PE licensure who is applying for a lower-level classification. Candidates with an engineering degree and current EIT license who do not hold a PE may be hired at a lower minimum salary, with eligibility for promotional increases upon meeting experience and licensure milestones. A degree is not required if the candidate has at least four years of qualifying professional experience in engineering, civil engineering, transportation research, or a closely related field. The position is with INDOT’s Seymour District. It traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010, which may be adjusted based on education and job experience. The role may directly supervise one or more staff members. It is exempt from overtime compensation; additional hours may be required to complete essential or assigned work, and employees must report at least 75 hours per pay period of work and/or paid leave to receive their base biweekly salary.

Requirements

A registered Professional Engineer license in Indiana is required, except that candidates with an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification actively pursuing Indiana PE licensure may be considered for a lower-level classification.
A valid driver's license is required.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply civil engineering theories, principles, methods, and procedures to the engineering specialty.
Broad knowledge of highway or transportation project planning, design, or construction, including features such as roads, bridges, pavement, or traffic structures, in accordance with engineering standards and methods.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing the area of specialization.
Considerable knowledge of and ability to apply computer-aided design and drafting functions to the area of specialization.
Ability to prepare and review complex design plans and reports related to the functional area of specialization.
Ability to perform algebraic, trigonometric, and higher mathematical computations used in design operations.
Extensive knowledge of and ability to apply AASHTO Design Specifications, AASHTO Standard Specifications and Tests, and ASTM Standards.
Working knowledge of the Indiana Design Manual (IDM), Indiana Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (IMUTCD), and INDOT standard specifications and standard drawings.
Knowledge of department systems, including the Scheduling Project Management System (SPMS), Deighton Transportation Information Management System (dTIMS), ArcGIS, and Work Management System (WMS).
A degree is not required if the candidate has at least four years of professional experience in engineering, civil engineering, transportation research, or a closely related field, applying the outlined knowledge, skills, and abilities in a similar role.
Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

An engineering degree and current Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license are relevant for candidates who do not yet hold a Professional Engineer license and may qualify for a lower-level classification.
Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and self-motivation.
For bridge specialty assignments: ability to use bridge design software such as CONSPAN, RC-Pier, GEOMATH, and Merlin Dash.
For bridge specialty assignments: completion of one of the National Highway Institute courses 130055 or 130056 on safety inspection of in-service bridges; completion of course 130053, Bridge Inspection Refresher Training, at intervals not exceeding 60 months; and recommended completion of course 130078 on inspection techniques for nonredundant steel tension members.
For bridge specialty assignments: attend INDOT Bridge Inspection training classes and annual Local Transportation Assistant Program (LTAP) training as scheduled.

Responsibilities

Evaluate how potential utility relocations or railroad impacts may affect the constructability, cost, and timing of INDOT transportation projects.
Lead district utility coordination efforts and serve as a technical expert in discussions with utility and railroad representatives, INDOT Area Engineers, construction personnel, environmental specialists, utility companies, and design engineers.
Manage a portfolio of projects spanning multiple fiscal years and provide technical leadership and mentoring to utility coordinators.
Attend project site meetings and review field issues firsthand; approximately 20% of the work is spent in the field.
Serve as a resource for proposal development and research; establish project milestones, deliverables, and implementation strategies.
Assist supervisors with strategic planning and resource utilization, and participate in project reviews under agency performance standards.
Ensure plans reflect the scope of services, existing field conditions, appropriate design standards, and sound engineering judgment.
Coordinate programs and plans; interpret laws, regulations, and guidelines; and review program plans for completeness and economic and technical feasibility.
Assist with development of programs and research and technology plans; review research proposals and reports for accuracy, effectiveness, and implementation potential.
Organize, conduct, and review engineering investigations and field observations within a defined scope.
Assist in analyzing engineering data and developing technical guidelines, technology initiatives, training materials, and technical documents.
Assist with laboratory testing using research-grade equipment related to materials, bridge, or traffic research.
Participate in Quality Control/Quality Assurance programs, analyze field data, and review plans for conformance to design criteria.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and activities as assigned; the role may provide direct supervision to one or more staff members.

Benefits

Three medical plan options, including prescription coverage, plus vision and dental plans.
Wellness Rewards Program with gift card rewards for completing wellness activities.
Health savings account with biweekly state contributions.
Deferred compensation 457(b) account with employer match.
Two fully funded pension plan options.
Leave policies including 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.
12 paid holidays, or 14 in election years.
Education Reimbursement Program.
Group life insurance.
Referral Bonus program.
Employee assistance program with covered behavioral health visits.
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Free parking for most positions.
Free LinkedIn Learning access.
Competitive compensation and work-life balance.