Title: Engineer Structure and Bridge

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $72,738 to $118,200

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Suffolk, Burbage Dr

Agency Website: jobs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Hampton Roads District has an exciting opportunity for an Engineer Structure and Bridge to design and detail structures and bridges for new construction, maintenance and rehabilitation projects. Check statically determinate and indeterminate structures of concrete and steel to meet alignment, dimension, strength and economic requirements using AASHTO specifications to prepare plans. Compute dimensions and quantities of materials. Provide construction support and direction regarding construction and maintenance of structures and bridges. Review plans prepared by others to ensure correctness.

Core responsibilities for job & position:

• Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.
  
  
  


• Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.
  
  
  


• Provide technical guidance and support related to bridge construction activities, issues, and problems. Develop effective and economical recommendations to respond to construction problems and other bridge-related inquiries. Document all occurrences for future reference. Participate in meetings to ensure bridge-related issues are presented.
  
  
  


• Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.
  
  
  


• Prepare effective preliminary and final bridge and structure designs for new construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation projects, ensuring compliance with AASHTO and VDOT specifications. Prepare bridge plans, sketches, and structural drawings. Check structural plans prepared by others to ensure accuracy and completeness. Ensure shop plans meet AASHTO and VDOT specifications, are geometrically correct and meet requirements of project design plans. Investigate condition of existing structures and assist in developing scope of proposed bridge rehabilitations. Analyze structures for safe load carrying capacity and perform structural calculations to ensure soundness and compliance of structural elements.
  
  
  


• Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.
  
  
  


• Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.
  
  
  


• Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.
  
  
  


• Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports. Complete multiple concurrent tasks and assignments, and report updates on their status.
  
  
  

Required skills for job & position:

• Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
  
  


• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs.
  
  


• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources.
  
  


• Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.
  
  


• Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.
  
  


• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
  
  


• Knowledge of specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design (e.g. AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
  
  


• Ability to review and administer consultant design contracts.
  
  


• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.
  
  


• Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities.
  
  


• Knowledge of structural steel design reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil mechanics.
  
  


• Ability to read and understand highway construction plans.
  
  


• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
  
  


• Knowledge of civil engineering principles and practices related to structural engineering to include strength of materials, statics and structural analysis.
  
  


• Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.
  
  


• Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
  
  


• Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.
  
  


• Knowledge engineering specifications and standards.
  
  


• Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
  
  


• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
  
  


• Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.
  
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
  
  


• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include automated engineering and design software.
  
  


• Experience in structural steel design, reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil mechanics.
  
  


• Ability to produce structural design plans and notes.
  
  


• Experience applying specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design (e.g. AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
  
  


• Experience applying civil engineering principles and practices related to structural engineering to include strength of materials, statics and structural analysis.
  
  


• Ability to review and administer consultant design contracts.
  
  


• Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
  
  


• Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in the design and analysis of bridges and structures.
  
  


• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.
  
  


• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer's (PE) license.
  
  


• Experience using AASHTO's LRFD design specifications.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Fingerprint-based criminal history background check, DMV driving record check, references, and work history will be required prior to employment. Valid Driver's License Required.

Position is designated as essential and, as such, will be required to work outside normal hours, weekends, and holidays during emergency situations which may include but are not limited to inclement weather, disaster response and emergency operations. Travel may be required.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.

DHRM has also published a companion guidance document for the Alternative Hiring Process for persons with disabilities which can be found here.

VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 p.m. on the closing date through the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Job Board/Recruitment Management System (RMS).

Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application and optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications and work history will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application and/or resume lacking job history and relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.

We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.

Contact Information

Name: David Keesee

Phone: 757-956-3291

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.