Transportation Engineer 9-P11 (Plan Review Engineer - Bridge) - Bureau of Development

Michigan State Police; Lansing (MI); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Transportation Engineer to provide essential quality assurance support for trunkline bridge construction projects. This role involves reviewing plans, specifications, and estimates to ensure accuracy and clarity at various project milestones. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering, with a preference for civil engineering, and will be responsible for maintaining thorough documentation and assisting with updates to reference materials. This position offers the potential for remote work based on operational needs, making it a flexible opportunity for engineering professionals looking to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; civil engineering preferred.
• Professional engineering experience in transportation systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality assurance support for trunkline bridge construction plans.
• Maintain plan review records and assist in document updates.

Skills

Engineering Principles

Quality Assurance

Project Coordination

Transportation Systems

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Job description

This position is responsible for providing quality assurance support to the statewide specialists responsible for reviewing trunkline bridge construction plans, verifying that the plans, specifications, special provisions, and estimates are complete, clear, and accurate. Quality Assurance reviews are conducted at key milestone review stages: Base Plan, Plan Review, and Final Project Coordination (FPC). This position maintains plan review records and assists in updates to reference documents.

The salary listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine their qualified level.

For additional information, please see the links below:

• Transportation Engineer 9-P11 Position Description
• All about MDOT

Remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered based on operational needs and within established limits.

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and as a top large U.S. and state employer. It has also been recognized internationally for fostering positive employee engagement and has received a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Education

Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering is required. A bachelor of science degree in civil engineering is preferred. We may consider applicants who will obtain a bachelor’s degree by May 31, 2025.

Experience

Transportation Engineer 9: No specific experience required.

Transportation Engineer 10: One year of professional engineering experience involving transportation systems and programs, equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 9.

Transportation Engineer P11: Two years of professional engineering experience involving transportation systems and programs, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 10.

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

Application Requirements

If applicable, attach official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. For the State of Michigan definition of an official transcript, click here. Foreign degrees must be evaluated by recognized organizations such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc..

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

Additional Information

All newly hired state employees must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable), and criminal and driving records will be checked. Any offer is conditional upon these results. The department may close the posting early once sufficient applications are received. Only interviewed applicants will be notified of the results. The use of AI software in the selection process is prohibited.

For questions, contact Ashley Parsons at [e-mail].