Senior Traffic Design Engineer

IN Auditor of State; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking state agency as an Alternative Delivery Engineer, where you will lead innovative projects that enhance Indiana's infrastructure. This role offers the opportunity to manage large-scale projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. With a focus on collaboration and creativity, you'll apply your engineering expertise to make a significant impact on the community. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to work-life balance in a dynamic workplace that values your contributions and professional growth.

Benefits

Medical Plan Options

Wellness Rewards Program

Flexible Work Scheduling

Deferred Compensation Plan

Pension Plan Options

Paid Leave Policies

Education Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Free LinkedIn Learning Access

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in engineering required; civil engineering preferred.
• Registered Professional Engineer license in Indiana required.
• Broad knowledge of civil engineering theories and practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage scope, budget, and schedule for large projects.
• Oversee construction of highway and bridge projects.
• Prepare complex design plans and review contractor submissions.

Skills

Civil Engineering Principles

Project Management

Construction Methods

Technical Recommendations

Federal and State Regulations

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer License

Tools

ArcGIS

Scheduling Project Management System (SPMS)

Deighton Transportation Information Management System (dTIMS)

Work Management System (WMS)

Job description

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

This position serves as an Alternative Delivery Engineer focused on leadership and management of programs and projects to meet agency goals. The Alternative Delivery Engineer is responsible for assisting with implementation of INDOT’s alternative delivery program and managing the scope, budget and schedule for large to mega projects. The Alternative Delivery Engineer serves as part of a cross-functional team focused on delivering projects on-time and on-budget from letting to completion.

Salary :

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $85,020.00. Salary for this position may be commensurate with education and job experience.

Location :

This position is located in INDOT’s Central Office, Indianapolis.

A Day in the Life:

This position serves as an alternative delivery engineer focused on leadership and management of programs and projects to meet agency goals. The alternative delivery engineer is responsible for assisting with implementation of INDOT’s alternative delivery program and managing the scope, budget and schedule for large to mega projects. The alternative delivery engineer serves as part of a cross-functional team focused on delivering projects on-time and on-budget from letting to completion

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Establishes procedures for overseeing the construction of highway road and bridge projects.
• Initiates procedures for reviewing and interpreting plans, specifications and construction methods with contractors.
• Prepares unique, unusual or highly complex design plans or reviews similar plans designed by consultants for bridges, roads and related traffic projects.
• Establishes methods for initiation, developing and administering major field traffic operations, such as complex interchanges or intersection layouts, addition of auxiliary lanes and collector roadways, signage, lighting and traffic signals.
• Provides recommendations and advanced level engineering expertise to resolve complex problems.
• Conducts advanced level and technical engineering work in the engineering services and support fields, research, geotechnical engineering, land surveying and special studies.
• Some essential functions of this position may be performed onsite at the agency’s worksite or other assigned worksites while some essential functions of this position may be eligible for work from home authorization in accordance with policy.
• Remote work authorization is not automatic and is dependent upon operational needs and agency approval.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment:

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering (civil engineering is preferred but not required) and other related fields from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) accredited school.
• Registered Professional Engineers license in Indiana required.
• Be willing to travel with an appropriate accommodation.
• Broad knowledge of and ability to apply civil engineering theories, principles, methods, and procedures to the engineering specialty.
• Broad knowledge of planning, design, or construction of highway or transportation project features (such as roads, bridges, pavement, or traffic structures) in accordance with engineering design and construction standards, principles, and methods.
• Broad knowledge of and ability to apply federal and state laws, rules, regulations, and procedures governing incumbents filed of specialization.
• Broad knowledge of and ability to apply computer aided design and drafting functions to field of specialization.
• Ability to use initiative and creativity when making technical recommendations and decisions.
• Ability to prepare and review complex design plans and reports relating to the functional area of specialization.
• Working knowledge of Indiana Design Manual (IDM), Indiana Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (IMUTCD), INDOT standard specifications and standard drawings.
• Knowledge of department systems not limited to Scheduling Project Management System (SPMS), Deighton Transportation Information Management System (dTIMS), ArcGIS, and Work Management System (WMS).
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports: This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457(b)account (similar to401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parkingfor most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learningaccess

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [e-mail].