07171 - Engineer Roadway Design

Virginia Department of Transportation; Mechanicsville (VA); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 100 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Virginia Department of Transportation seeks a civil engineer to design, manage and produce roadway plans using automated design software. You will maintain strong skills in new design technology and provide technical guidance on engineering programs.

Role involves preparing analyses, reports and recommendations, plus coordinating with staff, consultants and the public. Responsibilities include roadway design, project management, and ensuring deliverables meet scope and schedule while following

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
• Ability to plan and schedule work.
• Experience applying civil engineering principles to roadway design.
• Experience applying design standards, specifications and policies.
• Experience in roadway design criteria, construction methods and materials.
• Knowledge of roadway safety principles and design considerations.
• Skill in building networks with employees, field personnel and FHWA reps.
• Skill in delivering exemplary customer service
• Skill in using engineering software and design tools

Responsabilités

• Analyze and interpret engineering data and prepare reports and recommendations.
• Perform roadway design tasks using OpenRoads Designer and related tools.
• Communicate with VDOT staff, local governments, consultants and the public.
• Manage engineering projects to meet scope, timeline and budget.
• Assist in developing plans from scoping to advertisement.
• Provide technical direction and ensure compliance with standards.

Connaissances

Communication

Engineering principles

Project management

Roadway design

Safety awareness

Customer service

Formation

Bachelor's in Civil Engineering

Outils

OpenRoads Designer

AASHTOWare

PCES

ProjectWise

MS Office

Description du poste

Job Description

Design, manage and produce right of way and construction roadway plans for a wide range of transportation projects using automated engineering and design software. Maintain strong skills in new design technology and construction methodology. 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.

How You Will Contribute

• Analysis and Technical Reporting: Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.
• CADD and Computer Skills: Complete roadway design tasks in OpenRoads Designer, AASHTOWare, PCES, ProjectWise and other non-CADD applications. Recognize and analyze significant problems and develop and recommend solutions.
• Communication: Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.
• 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.
• Roadway Design: Develop and review sub-components and complete roadway designs using automated engineering and design software from scoping to advertisement for a wide range of transportation projects. Compute quantities and prepare plan assemblies for project milestones from scoping to advertisement. Take appropriate action to resolve problems related to project design. Provide technical direction and support in the application of VDOT's standards, specifications, policies and procedures in the development of transportation projects. Ensure deliverables are accurate and correct in content.
• Special Assignments: Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.
• 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 VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
• Knowledge of civil engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and standard design technical knowledge.
• Knowledge of design standards, specifications, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of principles of roadway safety that impact roadway standards and special designs.
• Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
• Knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.
• 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 with diverse audiences.
• Ability to plan and schedule work.
• Experience applying civil engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and standard design technical knowledge.
• Experience applying design standards, specifications, policies and procedures.
• Experience in roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.
• Knowledge of principles of roadway safety that impact roadway standards and special designs.
• Skill in building networks and relationships with employees, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers and FHWA representatives.
• Skill in delivering exemplary customer service
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering and design software.

Additional Considerations

• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.
• Engineering in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Experience in roadway design and project management for transportation projects.

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

VDOT Code of Ethics

Standards of Conduct

VDOT utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: Career Pathways for Individuals with Disabilities, or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please be aware all VDOT positions require pre-employment screenings. These screenings may include the following:

• Fingerprint based Criminal History Background Check
• DMV Record Check
• Work History Verification
• References
• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screen