Engineer I (Assistant Region Bridge Engineer) with Scholarship - South Dakota State Government
Aberdeen, SD
About the Job
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Job ID: 28245
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Aberdeen
Salary: $31.66 per hour
Pay Grade: E1 - E3
Closing Date: 10/14/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .
Introduction:
Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as an Assistant Region Bridge Engineer!
As a member of our close-knit team, you will experience meaningful, exciting, and empowering work every day, all while maintaining balance with your personal life. That's because the South Dakota Department of Transportation puts our employees first in everything we do. With generous PTO policies and 11 paid holidays, you can advance your career and still have time to make memories with friends and family. Our team members receive on-the-job training, and some of the best benefits available, with 6% matching retirement contributions and health insurance options that include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan.
Keep the most important things in your life your top priority with a long-term career that makes it possible.
Benefits you won't find anywhere else:
Job Description:
The SD DOT Division of Operations is seeking a motivated individual of junior, senior, or graduate level status working towards a B.S. in Civil Engineering that is interested in an opportunity for an educational scholarship and intern position that would transition into permanent employment with the SD DOT following graduation. Permanent employment with SD DOT provides a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement, a flexible work schedule, and great benefits. Join a team dedicated to providing better lives through better transportation. As an Assistant Region Bridge Engineer with the South Dakota Department of Transportation, you will work with industry experts, field staff and contractors to construct projects let by the SD DOT. Initially you will work as an intern. In the role of an intern, duties will consist of assisting engineering personnel within the Region Office with various duties relating to bridge inspection, maintenance, and construction engineering. Upon completion of the internship, will transition to a fulltime Assistant Region Bridge Engineer.
The incumbent will be responsible for performing inspection and maintenance of state-owned bridges and structure length box culverts. Duties may include, but not be limited to, hands-on inspection of bridges, determining and reporting structure data and condition ratings, identifying bridge repair and maintenance needs, performing bridge related project design work, and the inspection of newly built structures prior to final acceptance. There may be times when assistance of the maintenance crew is required.
Scholarship Details:
Scholarships will be opened to all engineering students attending accredited colleges/universities.
Each student receiving financial assistance will be required to sign the SDDOT's Tuition Reimbursement Agreement.
For Full-time Entry-Level Civil Engineer w/Scholarship (up to $16,000) details, click here: https://dot.sd.gov/scholarships .
From approximately April 15 to October 15, the anticipated work schedule for this position is 10-hour days, 4 days per week from Monday through Thursday each week. Hours may vary due to travel, meetings, inspections, and workload. Travel throughout the Aberdeen Region will be required frequently. Occasional in-state travel with overnight stays may be required.
From approximately October 15 - April 15, the anticipated work schedule for this position is 8-hour days, Monday through Friday. Night and shift work may be required, including working weekend hours and during holidays for emergencies such as flooding and/or damage to structures due to impact hits.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
What the SDDOT Offers:
Knowledge of:
Skills to:
Ability to:
Position Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
The incumbent will be required to become an NBI Team Leader. Minimum qualifications to become a certified Team Leader, for the purposes of this position, include a bachelor's degree in engineering, passing the FE exam, two years of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.
Qualifications of Team Leader per 23 CFR 650.309(b)(1)(iv)(A)
Minimum qualifications to become a certified Team Leader, for the purposes of this position, include a bachelor's degree in engineering, passing the FE exam, two years of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, OR possess their Professional Engineer (PE) license, 6 months of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course. They will also need to take the NSTM course to qualify as a team leader for any NSTM inspections.
Required Training
Comprehensive bridge inspection training , which must include topics of importance to bridge inspection; bridge mechanics and terminology; personal and public safety issues associated with bridge inspections; properties and deficiencies of concrete, steel, timber, and masonry inspection equipment needs for various types of bridges and site conditions, inspection, procedures, evaluations, documentation, data collection, and critical findings for bridge decks, superstructures, substructures, culverts, waterways (including underwater members), joints, bearings, drainage systems, lighting, signs, and traffic safety features; nondestructive evaluation techniques; load path redundancy and fatigue concepts; and practical applications of the concepts listed in this paragraph.
NSTM inspection training , which must include topics on the identification of NSTMs and related problematic structural details; the recognition of areas most susceptible to fatigue and fracture the evaluation and recording of defects on NSTMs; and the application of nondestructive evaluation techniques.
Obtaining a Part 107 small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) commercial pilot's license without restrictions within first two years of hire date to retain employment.
Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
Compensation:
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Assistant Region Bridge Engineer is approximately $88,469.00 annually.
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: https://youtu.be/WdCQix5wB8A .
Additional Requirements: Resume, Transcripts upon request, and FE exam successful completion.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=QXS
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#hc138381
Job ID: 28245
Agency: Department of Transportation / Division of Operations
Location: Aberdeen
Salary: $31.66 per hour
Pay Grade: E1 - E3
Closing Date: 10/14/2024
This is a full-time position with the Department of Transportation. For more information on the Department of Transportation, please visit https://dot.sd.gov/ .
Introduction:
Ready for a rewarding career that provides exciting and meaningful work? Looking for a place that values innovation and teamwork? In need of schedules and benefits that make it possible to both support and enjoy your family?
The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) has a perfect opportunity for you as an Assistant Region Bridge Engineer!
As a member of our close-knit team, you will experience meaningful, exciting, and empowering work every day, all while maintaining balance with your personal life. That's because the South Dakota Department of Transportation puts our employees first in everything we do. With generous PTO policies and 11 paid holidays, you can advance your career and still have time to make memories with friends and family. Our team members receive on-the-job training, and some of the best benefits available, with 6% matching retirement contributions and health insurance options that include a $0 premium employee-only coverage plan.
Keep the most important things in your life your top priority with a long-term career that makes it possible.
Benefits you won't find anywhere else:
- 6% matching retirement funding
- Accruable sick leave and vacation leave
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- On-the-job training
- Advancement paths for all positions
- Flexible scheduling
- HSA and low and high deductible health insurance plans
Job Description:
The SD DOT Division of Operations is seeking a motivated individual of junior, senior, or graduate level status working towards a B.S. in Civil Engineering that is interested in an opportunity for an educational scholarship and intern position that would transition into permanent employment with the SD DOT following graduation. Permanent employment with SD DOT provides a rewarding career with opportunities for advancement, a flexible work schedule, and great benefits. Join a team dedicated to providing better lives through better transportation. As an Assistant Region Bridge Engineer with the South Dakota Department of Transportation, you will work with industry experts, field staff and contractors to construct projects let by the SD DOT. Initially you will work as an intern. In the role of an intern, duties will consist of assisting engineering personnel within the Region Office with various duties relating to bridge inspection, maintenance, and construction engineering. Upon completion of the internship, will transition to a fulltime Assistant Region Bridge Engineer.
The incumbent will be responsible for performing inspection and maintenance of state-owned bridges and structure length box culverts. Duties may include, but not be limited to, hands-on inspection of bridges, determining and reporting structure data and condition ratings, identifying bridge repair and maintenance needs, performing bridge related project design work, and the inspection of newly built structures prior to final acceptance. There may be times when assistance of the maintenance crew is required.
Scholarship Details:
- Remain working for DOT for at least 12 months per semester of assistance regardless of the amount of assistance taken per semester.
- Remain in the specific position hired into for the term of the scholarship agreement.
- Maximum assistance of $4,000 per semester, four semesters total.
- Remain a full-time student - 12 credit hours per semester.
- Receive a 2.5 GPA for each semester during which they are receiving assistance.
- Complete education within:
- 12 months for students entering their 4 th year.
- 24 months for students entering their 3 rd year.
- 36 months for students entering their 2 nd year.
- Work full-time as an Intern with SDDOT in an engineering related position between school years.
Scholarships will be opened to all engineering students attending accredited colleges/universities.
Each student receiving financial assistance will be required to sign the SDDOT's Tuition Reimbursement Agreement.
For Full-time Entry-Level Civil Engineer w/Scholarship (up to $16,000) details, click here: https://dot.sd.gov/scholarships .
From approximately April 15 to October 15, the anticipated work schedule for this position is 10-hour days, 4 days per week from Monday through Thursday each week. Hours may vary due to travel, meetings, inspections, and workload. Travel throughout the Aberdeen Region will be required frequently. Occasional in-state travel with overnight stays may be required.
From approximately October 15 - April 15, the anticipated work schedule for this position is 8-hour days, Monday through Friday. Night and shift work may be required, including working weekend hours and during holidays for emergencies such as flooding and/or damage to structures due to impact hits.
What You Bring to the SDDOT:
- Growth mindset
- Vision and creativity
- Team-oriented attitude
- Confident, action-oriented personality
- Attention to detail and a passion for organization
- Commitment to fostering high ethical standards
What the SDDOT Offers:
- Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans)
- Well-being program
- Employee assistance program
- Dental
- Vision
- Health savings account
- Free basic life insurance policy
- Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
- Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
- Sick leave (14 days per year)
- Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
- Military leave (15 days per year)
- 11 paid holidays
- Longevity Pay
- Semimonthly Pay periods
- Eligibility for meal per diems
Knowledge of:
- civil engineering principles of structural design, construction, and maintenance methods and practices related to bridges and structures
- material types and properties typically used in the construction of highway bridges and structures
- mechanics of materials for static loading of various structural elements ;
- Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD);
- State and Federal laws and regulations governing the national bridge inspection (NBI) program.
Skills to:
- communicate, organize, and management skills;
- effectively use Microsoft Office products and relevant software packages;
- safely operate equipment needed for inspection;
- pilot drone for inspection and survey.
Ability to:
- apply several engineering disciplines: hydraulics, geology, chemistry, structures, environmental, materials, and road design;
- read and understand plans and shop drawings;
- understand different structure types, construction materials, and methods;
- effectively plan, organize, and prioritize work activities to meet schedules and deadlines;
- establish and maintain effective working relationships with others;
- make appropriate decisions by applying standards and available information to specific situations;
- communicate information clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
- develop ideas in a logical sequence;
- listen attentively to others;
- analyze problems and recommend solutions;
- understand and achieve department objectives;
- work and communicate with others in a team environment;
- walk over many kinds of terrain and outdoor elements;
- walk, sit, and stand for extended periods of time;
- routinely reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Position Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
The incumbent will be required to become an NBI Team Leader. Minimum qualifications to become a certified Team Leader, for the purposes of this position, include a bachelor's degree in engineering, passing the FE exam, two years of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course.
Qualifications of Team Leader per 23 CFR 650.309(b)(1)(iv)(A)
Minimum qualifications to become a certified Team Leader, for the purposes of this position, include a bachelor's degree in engineering, passing the FE exam, two years of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course, OR possess their Professional Engineer (PE) license, 6 months of NBIS bridge inspection experience, and successful completion of an FHWA-approved comprehensive bridge inspection training course. They will also need to take the NSTM course to qualify as a team leader for any NSTM inspections.
Required Training
Comprehensive bridge inspection training , which must include topics of importance to bridge inspection; bridge mechanics and terminology; personal and public safety issues associated with bridge inspections; properties and deficiencies of concrete, steel, timber, and masonry inspection equipment needs for various types of bridges and site conditions, inspection, procedures, evaluations, documentation, data collection, and critical findings for bridge decks, superstructures, substructures, culverts, waterways (including underwater members), joints, bearings, drainage systems, lighting, signs, and traffic safety features; nondestructive evaluation techniques; load path redundancy and fatigue concepts; and practical applications of the concepts listed in this paragraph.
NSTM inspection training , which must include topics on the identification of NSTMs and related problematic structural details; the recognition of areas most susceptible to fatigue and fracture the evaluation and recording of defects on NSTMs; and the application of nondestructive evaluation techniques.
Obtaining a Part 107 small, unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) commercial pilot's license without restrictions within first two years of hire date to retain employment.
Further certification areas will be determined by the supervisor according to job responsibility and needs. Required certifications must be maintained for continued employment. Classes and training in the certification areas are provided through the Department of Transportation.
Compensation:
The total compensation of Hourly Wage + State/Federal Benefits for a typical year for entry level Assistant Region Bridge Engineer is approximately $88,469.00 annually.
Join the South Dakota Department of Transportation! View more about this opportunity here: https://youtu.be/WdCQix5wB8A .
Additional Requirements: Resume, Transcripts upon request, and FE exam successful completion.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://sodakprod-lm01.cloud.infor.com:1443/lmghr/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=QXS
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
#hc138381
Source : South Dakota State Government
