Associate Applications Developer Jobs in West Virginia

Nature of Work **Disclaimer-if the position is filled after July 1, 2026, then the job opportunity will not be in the classified service ** The Transportation Engineer Trainee 2 position will serve as Project Inspector, reporting to the District One Construction Office in Kanawha County. The selected employee performs the second training level of engineering work at a more independent level and completes the required training and certifications to develop proficiency in the use of knowledge, skills, and abilities in highway/civil engineering. Employees in this class participate in an on-the-job training program under the supervision of Transportation Engineers.

Assignments are varied, becoming more complex, and designed to further develop the employee's ability to apply knowledge and skills in the civil engineering field for the solution of practical problems and to develop solutions which conform to departmental policies, rules and regulations as well as professional standards. Work is closely reviewed throughout the assignment for completeness and technical accuracy. The distinguishing factors of this position pertain to the complexity of engineering assignments and projects, as well as further advancement toward the required professional certification.

Distinguished from Transportation Engineer Associate by lack of professional certification, as well as level of supervision and scope of work. Performs related duties as required. Special Requirement: A valid license as a registered professional engineer in West Virginia is required within ten (10) years of employment.

Pay Grade 19 T0194N Typical Duties and Responsibilities In a training capacity: Performs data analysis to determine the posted load limits for bridges. Assists Transportation Engineers in the review of contract plans, specifications, test results, and agreements. May begin training in and assisting Transportation Engineers in a functional area: concrete, steel, environmental measurements, geotechnical evaluations, instrumental analysis, computer applications, structural analysis, electronics, metallography, welding and mathematical analysis, transportation systems analysis, transportation planning, pavement, hydraulics, or other related functional areas.

Coordinates construction project activities with utility companies. Determines horizontal and vertical highway alignments. Prepares drainage computations.

Perform field inspection of traffic problems and construction projects. Prepares preliminary cost estimates for highway projects. Makes detailed design computations for roadways and bridges.

Perform field checks at highway construction project sites. Performs design and drafting as required. Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver's license is required.

Skills and Knowledge Knowledge of algebra, plane and solid geometry, calculus, and plane trigonometry. Knowledge of the principles of civil engineering utilized to develop drawings and specifications for components of highway projects. Knowledge of the principles of plane and route surveying.

Knowledge of the principles of hydraulics and hydrology used in the determination of backwater curves, runoff, and anticipated flow. Ability to read and interpret inspection and testing reports, engineering drawings and specifications, and topographic and other maps. Ability to prepare technical reports of field investigation.

Ability to read and interpret federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and standards applicable to the design or construction of highway projects. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Minimum Requirements REQUIRED TRAINING/EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, industrial, petroleum, mining, environmental, engineering technology, or related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program. Substitution: Certification as an Engineer Intern (EIT) by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers of West Virginia. Please attach your certification for verification.

Note: For the training/education, the qualifying degree must be verified before the employee may be certified as permanent. Please attach your degree transcript or diploma to your application. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE Certification as an Engineer Intern (EIT) by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers of West Virginia.

Please attach your certification for verification. AND Two (2) years of paid non-professional level related engineering experience. Note: The experience must have been acquired after the obtainment of the bachelor's degree.

Substitution: A Master of Science degree in civil engineering from a regionally accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Please attach your degree transcript or diploma to your application. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: A VALID LICENSE AS A REGISTERED PROFESSIONAL ENGINEER IN WEST VIRGINIA IS REQUIRED WITHIN TEN (10) YEARS OF EMPLOYMENT.