Civil Engineer II - Bituminous Concrete Unit

State of Vermont; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Engineer to join their Bituminous Concrete Unit. This role involves ensuring quality assurance for Hot Mix Asphalt and conducting pavement design. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundation in materials testing and engineering principles. The position offers a mix of fieldwork and office tasks, providing a unique opportunity to contribute to vital transportation projects across Vermont. With a focus on professional growth and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for those passionate about civil engineering and infrastructure development.

Benefits

80% State paid medical premium

Dental plan at no cost

11 paid holidays

Generous leave plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Low cost group life insurance

Incentive-based Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field required.
• Two years of engineering experience for Bachelor's or four years for Associates.

Responsibilities

• Conduct HMA acceptance testing and lab inspections.
• Perform pavement condition evaluations and materials investigations.
• Operate pavement profilers and design surface profiles.

Skills

Materials Testing Principles

Quality Assurance

Pavement Design

Fieldwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Associates degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

The Vermont Agency of Transportation is seeking an Engineer to join the Bituminous Concrete Unit. This team ensures Quality Assurance for Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA) and Conducts Pavement Design to support the agency's paving program.

This position is structured to follow a seasonal workflow, with responsibilities divided between field-based materials acceptance testing during the construction season and engineering design work during the winter months. The incumbent will support a range of engineering functions within the Bituminous Concrete Unit, including quality assurance of materials, pavement and materials investigations, review of mix and pavement designs, and analysis of roadway profiler data for profile development. The incumbent will be assigned specific projects and will work under the direct supervision of their supervisor or other engineers within the unit.

Major job duties of this position may include:

• HMA Acceptance testing at production facilities


• Plant and Lab inspection, and oversite of producer compliance with specification and quality assurance requirements


• Laboratory Materials research and verification of HMA mix designs


• Conducting materials investigations, pavement condition and structural evaluations


• Post-Construction pavement evaluation and failure investigations


• Pavement profiler operation and profile surface design

Ideal candidates will possess a foundational understanding of materials testing principles and must be able to obtain certification as an HMA Plant Technician upon completion of Agency-provided training. This position involves traveling to various sites throughout Vermont and occasionally to neighboring states. It offers a high degree of autonomy during field assignments. This position does require occasional work on nights and weekends, and frequent overtime during the construction season.

Who May Apply

This position, Civil Engineer II - Bituminous Concrete Unit (Job Requisition #52646), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.

• Civil Engineer I: 52621


• Civil Engineer II: 52646

If you would like more information about this position, please contact [e-mail].

Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in both office and field settings for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards and, construction sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND two (2) year of engineering experience.

OR

Associates degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND four (4) years of engineering experience INCLUDING licensure as an Engineer Intern.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families


• Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan


• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)


• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan


• Tuition Reimbursement


• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts


• Low cost group life insurance


• Incentive-based Wellness Program


• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.