Transportation Engineer 2 - Kanawha Co.

State of West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

State of West Virginia is seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 to oversee planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of highways and related facilities. You will serve as a project manager in the Bridge Review Section, applying engineering judgment within policy and coordinating reviews for accuracy, schedule and budgets.

The position requires a PE in WV (or comity), a BS in civil or related field from an ABET-accredited program, at least five years of bridge experience, and a

Qualifications

• Licensed Professional Engineer in WV or eligible by comity within 6 months.
• ABET-accredited B.S. in civil engineering or related field.
• Five years of bridge experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project reviews for accuracy and completeness.
• Keep projects on schedule and within budget; obtain permits as needed.
• Apply knowledge of AASHTO LRFD and WVDOH standards in designs.
• May supervise lower-level staff and coordinate with other units.

Skills

Bridge design

Bridge analysis

Project management

Supervision

LRFD familiarity

WVDOH standards

Education

P.E. licensed WV

ABET-accredited B.S.

Job description

Nature of Work

Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” Under general supervision, the Transportation Engineer 2 performs professional engineering work in the planning, design, construction, maintenance and operations of highways and their attendant facilities and structures. This position will serve as a project manager and will be assigned to the Bridge Review Section within the Quality Assurance and Project Management Unit of Engineering Division. This applicant must have proficiency and in-depth knowledge of Bridge design, analysis, and evaluation. Responsibilities include, but not limited to oversee project reviews for accuracy, completeness, keeping projects on schedule, budget and getting applicable permits. Work is performed within a defined framework of policy, but the incumbent independently makes engineering decisions within the frame work and may make or assist in making broad decisions in setting objectives and goals. Applicant should be familiar with the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Load Resistant Factor Design (LRFD) code, the West Virginia Bridge Design Manual and the West Virginia Division of Highways (WVDOH) Standards and Design policies. May supervise lower level employees. Candidate needs five years of Bridge experience. Performs related work as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications**

TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of West Virginia (or licensed in another state with the ability to obtain WV P.E. registration by comity within 6 months of hire)
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, industrial, petroleum, mining, environmental, engineering technology, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.

Note: For training/education, the qualifying degree must be verified before the employee is considered for employment. Please attach a degree transcript or diploma to the application.

Recommended Experience

• Six + (6) years of progressive, professional civil engineering experience.

Additional Requirement

Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred experience:

At least one (1) year of post-licensure experience performing complex design/construction management or supervisory engineering duties.

Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Regina Jarrell
• Phone Number: 304-414-7121
• Email Address: [e-mail]

State employment offers a variety of benefits.

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