06946 - Engineer Roadway Design Standards

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Mechanicsville (VA); Presencial; USD 77 000 - 126 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Commonwealth of VA Careers seeks an experienced engineer to provide technical guidance across assigned program areas and manage projects from planning to delivery.

You will communicate with VDOT staff, local governments, consultants and the public, and you will develop standard and special roadway design items using CAD tools and design software.

Qualificações

• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
• Ability to analyze data, draw conclusions and recommend solutions.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with deadlines.
• Knowledge of roadway design principles and standard designs.

Responsabilidades

• Analysis and Technical Reporting: analyze data and prepare clear reports and recommendations.
• Communication: establish effective lines with VDOT, contractors, agencies and the public.
• Computer and CAD: use MicroStation and other software to develop designs.
• Engineering Process Management: follow VDOT policies for project delivery.
• Project Engineering: assist in scope, schedule, budget, deliverables and status reports.

Conhecimentos

Engineering principles

Communication

Project management

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Technical reporting

Ferramentas

MicroStation

MS Office

CAD software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Hiring Range: $77276.00 to $125574.00

Full Time or Part Time: Full_Time

Description for Candidates:

• Provide technical advice, guidance and training regarding assigned engineering program areas. Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations. Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering program area. Effectively manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs. To perform the engineering and design necessary to provide the VDOT with accurate special designs to roadway items, review of manufacturers shop drawings and supervise development and distribution of standard and special design insertable sheets for the completion of roadway plan assemblies. Provide technical expertise concerning related issues.
  How you will contribute:
• Analysis and Technical Reporting: Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.
• Communication: Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.
• Computer and CADD: Complete standard and special design tasks using appropriate design software. Use MicroStation and other non-CADD applications for development and delivery of designs.
• Engineering Process Management: Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
• Manage Assigned Activities: Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.
• Project Engineering: Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.
• Research and Technical Assistance and Committees: Conduct research and provides technical assistance to customers on a variety of standard and special design issues especially those concerning roadside safety. Serve as a member of standing committees such as the PCAV and the Roadside Safety Committee.
• Special Assignments: Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.
• Standard and Special Design Roadway Items: Use knowledge of roadway design principles and is able to develop and recommend standard and special design roadway items for a wide range of transportation projects. Decision quality skills are used to complete complex problems. Use problem solving skills to determine appropriate action to resolve difficult challenges.
• Teamwork and Customer Service: Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values, and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
• Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources.
• Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.
• Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.
• Ability to read and understand highway construction plans.
• Knowledge engineering specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of Civil Engineering principles related to roadway design and Standard Design technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
• Knowledge of basic structural design.
• Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
• Knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.
• Skill in building networks and relations with employees from other divisions, field personnel, contractors, and manufacturers and FHWA representatives.
• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to review electronic file management and survey for compliance.
• Experience applying roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.
• Skilled in the use of computers.

Additional Considerations:

• Basic knowledge of properties of concrete and steel.

Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct.

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct