Transportation Engineer 9-12 (Bureau of Field Services)

Southern Arkansas University; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A state agency in Michigan is seeking a Transportation Engineer 9-12 to support the Bureau of Field Services. The role involves providing engineering expertise for Intelligent Transportation Systems and optimizing transportation operations. Candidates should hold a bachelor's degree in engineering, preferably civil, and have relevant experience in transportation. The position offers a dynamic work environment focused on innovation and efficiency in highway programs.

Qualifications

• Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering is required.
• Experience in transportation systems is crucial for advancement.
• Professional engineer license may substitute for 6 months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for Intelligent Transportation Systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize transportation resources.
• Conduct evaluations in Congestion and Reliability.

Skills

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Engineering principles

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering (preferred)

Job description

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Transportation Engineer 9-12 (Bureau of Field Services)

At the Bureau of Field Services (BFS), our success is powered by our devotion to innovation and providing leading edge services and solutions. Our culture is what makes our bureau a rewarding place to work. We strive to promote and encourage our employees’ best qualities, which cultivates a positive and diverse team. As a bureau, we pursue avenues that lead to increased safety and efficiency in Michigan’s highway programs on behalf of our co-workers, friends, and families, driven by our celebration of successes and strides made in the workplace. Our team is seeking a Transportation Engineer for our Bureau of Field Services Team. We are looking for someone who can embrace the challenges of meeting our goals and exceeding the standards!

This position serves as a senior level engineer serving as an engineering resource for the Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Operations Section in the Transportation System Management and Operations (TSMO) Division. This position performs assignments in Congestion and Reliability to enable safe, reliable and seamless movement of people, goods, and services through coordinated application of programs, technologies, and business processes by collaborating with public and private partners across modes and jurisdictions to optimize resources and performance. This position provides operation support to the ITS Operations Section, regions, and Transportation Service Centers (TSC's).

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 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

To be considered for this position you must:

• 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.