Transportation Engineer in Training: Initial Design & Projects

West Virginia; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, is seeking a Specialized Engineer in Training 1 to join the Initial Design Unit. You will learn to develop design alternatives, prepare reports, and follow WVDOH policies to create geometry models and cost estimates.

Under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, you will manage multiple projects, present findings to agencies and the public, respond to inquiries, and pursue a Registered Engineer license within ten years.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, industrial, petroleum, mining, environmental, or related engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Substitution: EIT certification by WV Board; attach verification.
• Degree transcript or diploma must be verified before employment.
• Travel may be required; a valid driver’s license is required.
• A valid West Virginia professional engineer license is required within ten years.

Responsibilities

• Develop design alternatives for initial design studies and report results.
• Prepare design reports and communicate information in formal reviews.
• Follow WVDOH policies to develop geometry models and analyze cost estimates.
• Present information to other agencies and the public; respond to inquiries.
• Under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, manage multiple projects across the State.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Technical writing

Report preparation

Communication

Project coordination

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Engineer Intern (EIT) certification

Job description

The West Virginia Department of Transportation, Division of Highways, is seeking a Specialized Engineer in Training 1 to join the Initial Design Unit. You will learn to develop design alternatives, prepare reports, and follow WVDOH policies to create geometry models and cost estimates.

Under the guidance of a Professional Engineer, you will manage multiple projects, present findings to agencies and the public, respond to inquiries, and pursue a Registered Engineer license within ten years.