Engineer Apprentice (OU)

345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION; Norman (OK); On-site; USD 54,691,000 - 59,237,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision plans

Paid holidays and leave

Retirement savings plans

Employee assistance program

Job summary

345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION is seeking an Engineer Apprentice (Student) in Norman, OK. This part-time role supports the Chief Engineer in workforce development, with training tasks including plan reviews, basic calculations, permits, modeling, and field inspection.

Level I requires OU enrollment in a bachelor’s program with GPA 2.5+, while Level II requires a master's/PhD target and completion of a bachelor’s degree. Benefits are provided with the position.

Qualifications

• Engineer Apprentice (Student) requirements include pursuing an OU degree in specified engineering majors and minimum GPA.
• Level I and Level II eligibility require different student standings and hours.
• Sponsorship for work visa is not available.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine engineering tasks under supervision.
• Review less complex plans and perform basic calculations.
• Write permits, run basic computer modeling, and inspect parts of projects.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Civil/Construction/Environmental Engineering

30 credit hours completed

Minimum 2.5 GPA

Master's or Doctorate in Civil/Environmental/Geotechnical/Structural/Transportation/Water Resources or Construction Management

Bachelor's degree completed

Job description

Job Posting Title Engineer Apprentice (OU) Agency 345 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Supervisory Organization Chief Engineer - Engineer Workforce Development Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Part time Job Type Regular Compensation Level I: $39,700/year Level II: $43,000/year

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

Our benefits go beyond the basics, offering annual benefit allowances, a variety of health, dental, and vision plan options, paid annual and sick leave that rolls over each year, 11 paid holidays, robust retirement savings plans, and an EAP & wellness program to support you every step of the way.

Annual Benefit Allowance:

The benefits allowance covers up to $20,538.24 for employees and their dependents to enroll in benefits.

Comprehensive Insurance Plans:

The State offers several different medical, dental, and vision plans to better fit your needs. Including options to enroll in a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

Retirement Savings Plans:

Pathfinder Defined Contribution Plan: available to employees who began State employment after November 1st, 2015. Employer matches 6% with an employee contribution of 4.5%. Employer matches 7% with an employee contribution of 7% or above. OPERS Defined Benefit Plan: available to returning employees who were previously enrolled in OPERS.

Annual & Sick Leave (PTO):

15 days accrued annually during the first 1–5 years of service. 18 days accrued annually for 5–10 years of service. 20 days accrued annually for 10–20 years of service. 25 days accrued annually for over 20 years of service.

Sick leave: Accrued at 15 days per year Paid Holidays: 11 paid holidays per year Longevity Pay: Longevity payments are paid annually to eligible State employees with a minimum of 2 years of State service. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): EAP is a cooperative effort between employees and administration to help employees gain access to professional services in resolving personal problems.

Job Description OK Transportation’s Student Engineer Intern Program

This is the Engineer Apprentice level, where incumbents are students attending a university and working a minimum of 20 hours per week who perform a variety of routine engineering tasks in a training status under close supervision. Incumbents will perform basic engineering tasks such as the review of less complex plans, the performance of basic engineering calculations, the writing of permits, the performance of computer modeling, and the inspection of parts of an engineering project.

Engineer Apprentice (Student) Requirements:

• Level I: Enrolled at the University of Oklahoma pursuing a bachelor's degree in one of the following undergraduate majors: Architectural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Science, or Environmental Engineering.
• Level I: Completed at least 30 credit credit hours
• Level I: Minimum 2.5 GPA (High School or College)
• Level I: Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours/week
• Level II: Enrolled at the University of Oklahoma pursuing a masters degree or doctorate degree in one of the following majors: Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering: Environmental Engineering, Civil Engineering: Geotechnical Engineering, Civil Engineering: Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering: Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering: Water Resources Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Level II: Completed a bachelor's degree
• Level II: Minimum 2.5 GPA (High School or College)
• Level II: Ability to work a minimum of 20 hours/week

Special Requirements:

Applicants must be a United States citizen or legal resident of the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act, 8 U.S.C. Section 1324b.(Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available.)

Engineer Apprentice (Student) Salary Range:

Part Time: Level I: $19.08 hourly; Level II: $20.67 hourly; both levels receive benefits

We believe our compensation, benefits package, and family balance are highly competitive. OK Transportation’s salaries are market-competitive and are regularly reviewed and adjusted.

Your benefits package as an Engineer Apprentice (including EI Students) includes:

• Paid health and dental plans for you and your dependents
• Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave
• Retirement plan
• Longevity plan
• Education assistance

Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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