Transportation Engineer I - Water Resources

Maryland Department of Transportation; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Transportation Engineer I for the Water Resources Track. This entry-level position in Baltimore involves closely supervised work on drainage issues and hydraulic design for state highways. The role includes designing storm drains and managing erosion control plans, offering a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. With a commitment to professional development, this position is ideal for recent graduates eager to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects. Join a team dedicated to improving transportation systems and enhancing public safety.

Benefits

Health Benefits

401k Benefits

Pension Plan

Free Transit Program

Advanced Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Entry-level engineering position focused on drainage and hydraulic design.
• Training role on hydraulic team with close supervision.

Responsibilities

• Review and investigate drainage problems affecting state highways.
• Design storm drains and stormwater management facilities.

Skills

Hydraulic Design

Stormwater Management

Drainage Problem Investigation

Erosion Control

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Agricultural Engineering

Job description

Description

Open Recruitment

INTERVIEW AND HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT

STATE HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION

STATEWIDE

Transportation Engineer I - Water Resources

Grade 14 (8439)

YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION

http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd

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RECRUITMENT: The State Highway Administration (SHA) is recruiting for the Transportation Engineer I- Water Resources Track. This position is located in Baltimore City, Office of Highway Development and Office of Structuresand is open to anyone who meets the minimum qualifications listed below. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill current and future vacancies in this classification throughout the entire agency.

This announcement may also be used for future vacancies throughout the state of Maryland for SHA.

Nature of Work: This is an entry level engineering position in which the incumbent will be closely supervised in the review and investigation of drainage problems affecting state highways and the hydraulic design of structures carrying waterways. Design responsibilities for storm drains, stormwater management facilities, and erosion & sediment control plans on state projects. This position may also perform hydrologic and hydraulic studies of structures over streams and rivers, including hydraulic design of bridges and culverts, scour safety determinations, and flooding evaluations. This is a training level position, functioning in a design and support role on a hydraulic team.

Please see our other Engineering Tracks Linked below:

Construction Track

Design Track

Materials and Geotechnical Track

Structures Track

Traffic Track

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide.



"State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine's Training APEX for the fifth consecutive year."

Qualifications

Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in civil, environmental, or agricultural engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience: None required.

Note: Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the state of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements.

Applicants within six (6) months of meeting the minimum qualifications for the position may apply. In order to be considered, you must submit following documents with your electronic DTS-1 (application):

1.- Your resume (DTS - 1)
2.- Copy of your driver's license
3.- Copy of your transcript

If your degree is from a foreign university your transcript must be evaluated on a course by course basis by one of the following entities: World Education Services, Inc. P.O. Box 57206
Washington, D.C. 20037
Phone: [phone]
www.wes.org Evaluation Service, Inc.
P.O. Box 1455
Albany, NY 12201
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.evaluationservice.net Education Credential Evaluation P.O. Box 514070
Milwaukee, WI 53203-3470
Fax: [phone]
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.ece.org

NCEES
200 Verdae Blvd
Greenville, SC 29607
Phone: [phone]

Licenses & Certifications

Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland. All applicants must list their license number and expiration date on the application.

Additional Information

TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resumeonly to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for.

If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.

The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.

If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:

410-545-5554

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Issue Date: 08/07/2024