Professional Engineer - Bridge Design

Required Education and Experience:

• The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited Engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design, or a related field.
• This position requires a minimum of 4 years of experience in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Individuals with a valid PE registration in another State that is eligible to obtain Montana PE registration through Comity within 6 months of hire will also be considered.
• Alternative qualifications include: Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case by case basis.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• This position requires a thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences, especially the methods and practices of bridge structural design. This position must be familiar with AASHTO Design Specifications and standards, Bridge design standards and policies, industry guidelines and practices, and bridge and road construction methods.
• The employee must have demonstrated skills at performing engineering analyses; and applying engineering concepts, techniques and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances. The incumbent must be skilled at evaluating structural calculations and contract documents for clarity, accuracy, completeness and constructability; and identifying construction and design conflicts. This position requires skill at applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards. Skilled at preparing calculations, reports, and other documentation necessary to complete a design project. This position requires skill in the use of office engineering instruments including computers and hand held calculators. Effective written and verbal communication skills are also necessary for preparing plans and sharing information with designers, engineers, non-technical personnel, and the public.

Required Application Materials:

• A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
• A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.”

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Other Information:

• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

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