TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

State of California; California; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in transportation engineering is seeking a dedicated Bridge Engineer to join their team. This entry-level role offers a unique opportunity to work on a variety of projects, contributing to the design and analysis of bridges while collaborating with experienced engineers. You'll engage in both office and field settings, ensuring that designs meet rigorous standards outlined in Caltrans manuals and AASHTO specifications. If you're passionate about civil engineering and eager to make a difference in transportation infrastructure, this position is perfect for you. Join a diverse workforce committed to providing a safe and reliable transportation network for all.

Qualifications

• Entry-level position in professional engineering work with Caltrans.
• Requires a valid PE license for certain ranges and a driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Prepare plans and specifications for bridges and walls.
• Perform calculations and structural analyses using design software.

Skills

Structural Design

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Tools

Bridge Design Software

Job description

Final Filing Date: 3/10/2025

Application Methods: Electronic (Using your CalCareer Account) By Mail Drop-off

This is the entry, first working, and journey level of professional engineering work in Caltrans DES Bridge Design. Incumbents perform a wide variety of professional engineering work in either an office or field setting; as incumbents progress in experience, they will be assigned more difficult work.

Under the direction of Senior Bridge Engineer (Supervisor), the Bridge Engineer works with Project Engineers, staff bridge engineers and detailers in preparing plans and specifications for bridges and walls by performing calculations, running structural analyses using bridge design software, and developing details in accordance with Caltrans Bridge Design Manuals, AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, and other reference material.

Acts in the capacity of a Project Engineer on moderate-sized projects. This work involves communication with the District Project Manager, district designers, foundations engineers, and other functional units within the Department, as well as from external organizations such as local transportation agencies and communities. (Requires PE license)

Job Description and Duties

This is the entry, first working, and journey level of professional engineering work in Caltrans DES Bridge Design. Incumbents perform a wide variety of professional engineering work in either an office or field setting; as incumbents progress in experience, they will be assigned more difficult work.

Under the direction of Senior Bridge Engineer (Supervisor), the Bridge Engineer works with Project Engineers, staff bridge engineers and detailers in preparing plans and specifications for bridges and walls by performing calculations, running structural analyses using bridge design software, and developing details in accordance with Caltrans Bridge Design Manuals, AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, and other reference material.

Acts in the capacity of a Project Engineer on moderate-sized projects. This work involves communication with the District Project Manager, district designers, foundations engineers, and other functional units within the Department, as well as from external organizations such as local transportation agencies and communities. (Requires PE license)

Minimum Requirements

You will find the Minimum Requirements in the Class Specification.

• TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER (CIVIL)

Caltrans Mission: Provide a safe and reliable transportation network that serves all people and respects the environment

Caltrans Vision: A brighter future for all through a world-class transportation network

The Caltrans workforce is made up of diverse and unique individuals who contribute to our organizational success. Caltrans is about celebrating diversity, valuing one another, and recognizing that Caltrans is strong not in spite of the diverse attributes of our workforce, but because of our diversity.

Appointment to Range D requires a valid Professional Engineering License (Civil) issued by the California Board of Registration for Professional Engineers. For all other ranges, a PE license is not required.

Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a State owned or leased vehicle.

Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) required.

The SOQ serves as documentation of each candidate’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. The SOQ must be typed and no more than 2 pages, single-spaced, using 12-point Arial font.

Resumes do not take the place of the SOQ.

Please respond to each SOQ questions individually.

1. List courses you have completed in college that focus on structural design and analysis including post-graduate level courses.
2. Describe your experience, whether in school or your profession, in cooperating and collaborating with others.
3. Elaborate on a project or school assignment that was particularly challenging and explain how you overcame those challenges.
4. Describe your motivation for wanting to work in a bridge design office.

Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment. If you are basing your eligibility on education, you must include your unofficial transcript(s)/diploma for verification. Unofficial, original, or official sealed transcripts will be accepted and may be required upon appointment. Applicants with foreign transcripts/degrees must provide a transcript/degree U.S. equivalency report evaluation that indicates the number of units and degree to which the foreign coursework is equivalent.

Application Instructions

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date in order to be considered. Dates printed on Mobile Bar Codes, such as the Quick Response (QR) Codes available at the USPS, are not considered Postmark dates for the purpose of determining timely filing of an application.

Who May Apply

Individuals who are currently in the classification, eligible for lateral transfer, eligible for reinstatement, have list or LEAP eligibility, are in the process of obtaining list eligibility, or have SROA and/or Surplus eligibility (please attach your letter, if available). SROA and Surplus candidates are given priority; therefore, individuals with other eligibility may be considered in the event no SROA or Surplus candidates apply. Individuals who are eligible for a Training and Development assignment may also be considered for this position(s).

Applications will be screened and only the most qualified applicants will be selected to move forward in the selection process. Applicants must meet the Minimum Qualifications stated in the Classification Specification(s).

Desirable Qualifications

In addition to evaluating each candidate's relative ability, as demonstrated by quality and breadth of experience, the following factors will provide the basis for competitively evaluating each candidate:

Contact Information

The Human Resources Contact is available to answer questions regarding the application process. The Hiring Unit Contact is available to answer questions regarding the position.

California Relay Service: 1-800-735-2929 (TTY), 1-800-735-2922 (Voice) TTY is a Telecommunications Device for the Deaf, and is reachable only from phones equipped with a TTY Device.

The State application (STD. 678) is required, and each section must be filled out completely and thoroughly. For mailed or hand delivered applications to be considered for this position, the Job Control number (JC-465827), PARF# 59-5-380 and title of the position (Transportation Engineer (Civil)) must be included on the STD. 678 form.

Electronic applications through your CalCareers account are highly recommended and encouraged.

Candidates that meet the minimum qualifications based on possession of EDUCATION, LICENSE, OR CERTIFICATE must include a copy of your DEGREE/TRANSCRIPTS, LICENSE, or CERTIFICATE, along with your State application (STD. 678), to be considered for this position.

NOTE: Do not submit the “Equal Employment Opportunity” questionnaire (page 5) with your completed State application (STD. 678). This page is for examination use only. Do not include any confidential information on any documents you submit for this job vacancy, such as your state application, resume, or educational transcripts. Confidential information that should be excluded or removed from these documents includes, but is not limited to, your Social Security Number, birth date, driver’s license number, examination results, LEAP status, marital status, and age.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of California is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

It is an objective of the State of California to achieve a drug-free work place. Any applicant for state employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing Civil Service, and the special trust placed in public servants.