Designer - Road Design

Montana Department of Transportation; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Public retirement plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation in Helena seeks a Designer for the Road Design Section to perform in-depth engineering analyses, oversee project design, and administer contracts. The role may involve lead responsibilities and requires applying sound professional judgment within established guidelines.

The position offers a career ladder with advancement opportunities and benefits, with a potential hybrid remote work arrangement and a focus on public service values and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Four years of design-related experience, or two years with an associate degree in CAD/survey or a related field, or a bachelor’s in civil engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience for mid-level.
• Minimum of 3 years related work experience for top level.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth engineering analyses and oversee project design.
• Administer contracts and manage project progress.
• Provide guidance; may serve as lead worker and apply sound professional judgment.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

CAD software

Communication skills

Road design fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Associate's degree in CAD/survey or related field

Design-related experience

Tools

CAD software

Survey tools

Job description

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Designer in the Road Design Section. This position is responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis, administering contracts, overseeing projects and project design, and may serve as a lead worker. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction, and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines, knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.

This position is part of a career ladder with advancement opportunities.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on the first day of employment

Required Education And Experience

• Entry Level - The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to four years of design-related experience, or two years of design-related experience and a two-year associate's degree in computer-aided design, survey, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Mid-Level - This position also requires a minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Top Level - This position also requires a minimum of 3 years related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skills, and judgment in a specific practice area to perform the routine engineering tasks in the assigned area
• Broad knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes, and procedures, computer-assisted drafting and design software, and engineering techniques are required for projects of moderate complexity
• A journey level knowledge of federal guidelines and procedures regarding road design and construction is required
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills in order to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings

Other Information

Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving record. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy 6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

MDT is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.

MDT participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I‑9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found at https://www.e-verify.gov.