Transportation Engineer 9-12 (Ancillary Structures Engineer) – Metro Region

Austin Community College; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A state department of transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer to manage ancillary structures and assist with various engineering operations. The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, with a preference for civil engineering. Responsibilities include coordinating drainage issues and aiding paving operations. Remote work options may be available.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering is required.
• Civil engineering degree is preferred.
• Passed pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Assist with management and repair of ancillary structures.
• Coordinate drainage and hydrology concerns within the Metro Region.
• Provide assistance related to Metro Region paving operations.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

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Transportation Engineer 9-12 (Ancillary Structures Engineer) - Metro Region

This position assists with the management and repair of ancillary structures (e.g., earth retaining walls, sound walls, sign structures, drainage culverts, etc.) within the Metro Region of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT). This position also assists in providing assistance to Transportation Service Center (TSC) Construction Engineers, coordinating drainage and hydrology concerns within the Metro Region, and providing engineering assistance related to Metro Region paving operations.

This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license to perform site visits.

The 'Salary' listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (12) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Required Education and Experience

Education

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in civil engineering is preferred.

Experience

• Transportation Engineer 9: No specific type or amount is required.
• Transportation Engineer 10: One year of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 9.
• Transportation Engineer P11: Two years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 10.
• Transportation Engineer 12: Three years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11.

Alternate Education and Experience

Transportation Engineer 9 - 12

Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan may be substituted for 6 months of experience at the Transportation Engineer 9-12 levels. This substitution may only be used once for any employee for qualification of appointment or early reclassification.

Additional Requirements and Information

View the job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/T/TransportationEngineer.pdf (Download PDF reader)

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre‑employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at [e-mail].

Accommodations

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator (Download PDF reader) for the agency that posted this position vacancy.