Engineer-In-Training I

tsu.edu; Colorado; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CDOT's Staff Bridge team offers an entry-level opportunity to start an engineering career by assisting the analysis, design, and detailing of highway bridges and structures. You will learn from licensed engineers while applying CDOT and AASHTO standards on projects across Colorado.

Responsibilities include structural calculations, plan preparation, and reporting on condition and capacity of structures. Regular site work and some travel are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering.
• Transcripts must be attached and show name, school, and degree conferred.
• Transcripts from outside the U.S. must be evaluated by a NACES service.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the analysis, design, and detailing of routine bridge and highway structure elements under supervision.
• Learn to perform engineering calculations for signs, signals, bridges and other structures using specs and software.
• Assist in evaluating existing structures for overloads, rehabilitation, or remedial action.
• Prepare structural details, plans, quantities, specifications, sketches, and design information.
• Review designs for compliance with AASHTO and CDOT standards.

Skills

Project management

Time management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Project

ProjectWise

OpenRoads Designer

Gmail

Google Suite

PMWeb

SAP

Job description

About the Position

Start your engineering career with CDOT’s Staff Bridge team and gain hands‑on experience in structural engineering while learning from experienced professionals. In this entry‑level role, you’ll build your technical skills by assisting with the analysis and design of highway bridges and other structures, including new construction, rehabilitation, and repair projects. You’ll gain practical experience applying CDOT and AASHTO design standards, preparing structural plans and cost estimates, and seeing how engineering concepts are applied to real transportation projects across Colorado.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following

• Assist with the analysis, design, and detailing of routine bridge and highway structure elements under the direction of a registered professional engineer or assigned engineer.
• Learn to perform engineering calculations for signs, signals, bridges, and other structures using examples, specifications, and computer software.
• Assist engineers in evaluating and reporting the condition and capacity of existing structures for overloads, rehabilitation, or remedial action.
• Prepare and assist with structural details, plans, quantities, specifications, sketches, and design information.
• Review routine structural designs for compliance with AASHTO bridge specifications and CDOT Staff Bridge design, rating, and detailing manuals.
• Assist with load capacity ratings for new and existing bridges.
• Attend project meetings, provide structural information as assigned, and collect design and rating information from other parties.
• Participate in training, seminars, presentations, on‑job learning, and independent study related to structural engineering analysis and design.
• Learn CDOT structural standards and specifications, AASHTO specifications, and the Department’s structure inspection and asset management programs.
• Retrieve and report structure asset management and inspection information as requested.
• Accompany engineers on field inspections to gather information, observe existing site conditions, and learn about structural behavior and deterioration.
• Assist with identifying solutions to construction, rehabilitation, and repair issues under supervision.
• Participate in construction field trips, assist with resolving construction issues, and learn how to check contractor shop drawings for compliance with bid documents.
• Assist engineers with developing structural engineering standards and specifications, including calculations, writing, and detailing.

Work Environment

• Your schedule will primarily be Monday through Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (possible hybrid schedule after training)
• Travel required during work hours throughout Region 1 to project sites, meetings and trainings.

Approximately 10% spent in the field, 90% spent in the office

• Regular travel required during work hours for project related activities, site visits, meetings, trainings and conference attendance.
• Some overnight travel throughout Colorado to projects throughout the Region and meetings.
• Required to work outside in all weather conditions, in close proximity to moving traffic, and over variable terrain.
• May need to work during nighttime hours if construction projects requires work to be performed during times outside of normal working hours.
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in engineering.

(Transcripts must be attached and show your name, school, and degree conferred. If submitting a NACES evaluation, an official NACES report must be attached for your education to be considered.)

Substitutions

Current enrollment as an Engineer-Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors will substitute for the required degree.

College Transcripts

If you are using education to qualify, a legible copy of your official or unofficial college transcript(s) or an official foreign credential evaluation report must be submitted with your application. Transcripts must show the name of the school, completed credit hours, and (if applicable) that a degree was conferred. Transcripts from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have been assessed for U.S. equivalency by a NACES educational credential evaluation service. The credential evaluation report must be an official report. Failure to provide a transcript or official foreign credential evaluation report may result in your application being rejected and you will not be able to continue in the selection process for this position.

Conditions of Employment

• If you are selected, you must provide a copy of your transcript showing that an engineering degree has been conferred by the date of hire as a condition of employment.
• It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired to the class of Engineer-In-Training I must obtain enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors within three years of the initial appointment to the EIT I classification.
• It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired to the class of Engineer-In-Training must obtain registration as a Professional Engineer by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors within eight years of the initial appointment to the EIT classification.
• Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.
• A current valid driver's license is required for this position as it requires operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Theexceptional applicantwill possess the proven ability or accomplishment in the following:

Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section.

Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position.

Highest work/personal ethics and integrity.

• Knowledge and experience with civil engineering design and construction for transportation projects.
• Knowledge of the CDOT Materials Manual, CDOT Roadway Design Manual, CDOT Project Development Manual, CDOT Construction Manual, CDOT Standards & Specifications Manual for Road and Bridge Construction, CDOT Field Materials Manual, CM/GC Manual, CDOT PEL Manual, AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, and MUTCD.
• Maintain current working knowledge of engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices.

Strong interest and experience in transportation design engineering field.

Ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment.

Ability to work under tight deadlines and be adaptable to changing assignments.

Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner.

Ability to work with general public, professional, consultants, and staff, with sensitivity to their needs, priorities, promises made and commitments.

Excellent interpersonal and relationship building skills.

Strong time and project management skills, including prioritization and project switching ability.

Excellent reasoning, investigative, analytical, and problem‑solving ability.

Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral.

Strong attention to technical detail and accuracy.

Passion for safety.

Ability to work effectively in both independent and team situations.

The desire to perform field construction inspections and work outside.

The desire to promote through the EIT program at CDOT to become a Licensed Engineer.

Fluency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, Project Wise, OpenRoads Designer or other Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD) programs, Gmail, Google Suite, PMWeb, SAP, and the ability to quickly learn other software systems.