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Transportation Engineer 2, Survey: PN 20049684

What You Will Do:

         You will receive a thorough introduction to the three core civil engineering disciplines.

         You will work alongside of ODOT professional engineers.

         You will receive hands-on transportation training & experience needed to further your career as an engineer with ODOT.

Benefits to you:

         Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.

         Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.

         Receive 11 paid holidays per year.

         Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 6 months.

         Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.

         Experience growth opportunities within organization.

         Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.

         Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

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JOB DUTIES:

Independently manages complex projects (e.g., new location, new alignment, multilane or bidirectional reconstruction, right-of-way) by generating detailed drawings (e.g., using Computer-Aided Design & Drafting (CADD) computer software) utilizing engineering principles (e.g., structural steel design, structural concrete design, hydraulic design, geometric design, statistical analysis & cost analysis) in development of construction project plans for specific portions of construction, maintenance & planning of transportation projects (e.g., applies knowledge of soils, slope of land & availability of existing drainage & structural design to establish precedents & improve efficiency, safety, economy & environmental compatibility).  Reviews highway & right-of-way plans, contracts & cost estimates to ensure technical accuracy.  Completes necessary calculations involving area & traverse closure; prepares descriptions, ensuring technical accuracy & compliance with right-of-way design manuals.  Ensures accurate & timely updating of management information systems as they relate to program delivery (e.g., Ellis & Time Management System (TMS)) & ensures their business rules, policies & procedures are implemented, used & maintained as standard business practice in designated work environments. 

Analyzes right-of-way documents (e.g., engineering source documents) in preliminary development stage in order to ensure accuracy & compliance with specifications.  Participates in surveying, layout & other preparation involved in right-of-way installations.  Prepares reports & cost estimates.  Reviews routine right-of-way engineering studies & summarizes same for higher-level engineer(s).

Meets with general public, government officials & property owners in order to provide information regarding proposed & ongoing right-of-way projects.  Confers with higher-level engineer(s) in order to gain assistance in resolving unusual problems.  Uses CADD to prepare & revise plans & prepare appropriation court exhibits & excess land plats.  Provides technical assistance & direction to office staff.  Performs miscellaneous duties as assigned.

MAJOR WORKER CHARACTERISTICS: 

Knowledge of civil engineering technology; OSHA safety practices*; public relations*. Skill in use of computer, CADD & drafting equipment. Ability to understand civil engineering technology; use statistical analysis; comprehend & interpret plans & specifications to conduct complex inspections or design complex plans; cooperate with co-workers on assigned planning & engineering functions or projects.

Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1, 85641.

-Or Bachelor's degree in engineering; valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. engineering related experience.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.

Technical Skills: Civil Engineering, Engineering 

Professional Skills: Active Learning, Teamwork, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Time Management