ITS Standards Engineer

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 62,722 - 99,531; Full time

Job summary

The State of Utah is looking for an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Standards Engineer to join the ITS Deployment and Maintenance team in Salt Lake City, Utah. This full-time position requires a registered Professional Engineer (PE) with a minimum of two years of post-licensure experience.

Key responsibilities include updating UDOT standards, collaborating with teams, and ensuring timely procurement of equipment. The role is in-office with a salary range of $45.53 - $72.25 per hour.

Qualifications

• Registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah is required.
• Minimum of two years of engineering experience post-licensure.
• Underfill option available for candidates with at least one year of post-PE experience.

Responsibilities

• Updating and developing UDOT Standard Drawings and Specifications.
• Participating in the UDOT standards committee.
• Developing and updating the ITS Design Manual and other guidelines.
• Coordinating with procurement contractors.

Skills

Engineering experience

Project management

Collaboration

Knowledge of ITS

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license in Utah

Job description

UDOT is seeking a highly-motivated, self-starting individual to serve in the position of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Standards Engineer. In this position, you will be a key member of the ITS Deployment and Maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Updating and developing UDOT Standard Drawings and Specifications relating to ITS.
• Participating in the UDOT standards committee and reviewing and commenting on proposed standards changes from other groups.
• Developing and updating other ITS-related manuals and guidelines, for example the ITS Design Manual.
• Keeping track of Traffic Management Division (TMD) Equipment Contracts. This includes working with UDOT's Procurement Division to ensure that expiring contracts are renewed, and that new contracts are established in a timely manner.
• Collaborating with others to ensure that equipment requirements are well-written and result in the Department procuring equipment that meets our needs.
• Ensuring that State Furnished Materials Forms, used for projects to order ITS and related equipment from the UDOT Warehouse, are kept up to date.
• Assisting the Region Two ITS Manager with his/her duties, or other Region ITS Managers as needed. This may include reviewing and commenting on ITS plans; coordinating ITS communications with the UDOT Fiber Group; tracking new cabinet locations associated with projects for asset management; ordering state furnished materials; hiring consultants for splice details; coordinating inspection and integration.
• Coordinating with procurement contractors, including preparing packages for procurement contractors; assigning a procurement contractor to do the work; following up to make sure work is completed correctly in a timely manner; coordinating with field staff for inspection/review; and processing contractor invoices for payment.

Qualifications

• Professional Licensure: Must be a registered Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Professional Experience: A minimum of two years of engineering experience post-licensure is required.
• Underfill Option: Candidates with at least one year of post-PE experience may be considered for an Engineer III underfill position.

Job Details

Location: Traffic Operations Center, 2060 S 2760 W, Salt Lake City, Utah, 84104

Background Check Required: Yes

Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service

FT / PT Status: Full-Time

Salary: $45.53 - $72.25 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office: In-Office / On-Site

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact [phone].