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State of New Hampshire Job Posting
Department of Transportation
Bureau of Bridge Design
7 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH
CIVIL ENGINEER IV- BRIDGE DESIGN
Multiple Positions Available
$31.33/hour - $42.60/hour
*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.
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NHDOT Recruitment Brochure
The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Design, has several full-time vacancies for Civil Engineer IV positions.
SUMMARY:
To plan, evaluate and develop project plans and professional engineering functions for the Bureau of Bridge Design.
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Experience: Education: Master's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: Four years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering.
OR
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: Six years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering.
OR
Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering or engineering technology.
Experience: Six years of experience in engineering at a level equivalent to Civil Engineer I (or higher), plus two additional years of experience in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician.
License/Certification: 1. Valid driver's license or access to transportation
2. Professional Engineer (PE) License with designation in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering
Other Requirements: Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
Trainee Option: Not applicable
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: None
AFTER-HIRE REQUIREMENTS: Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire within 12 months of hire
CAREER ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES:
In-Band Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☐ No
Broad Group Level Advancement Available: ☐ Yes ☐ No
DISCLAIMERS:
The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title.
The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develops and checks detailed contract bridge plans applying a broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices in accordance with state specifications and national engineering codes to provide plans for review and advertisement.
Performs and evaluates complex design calculations for concrete, steel and timber bridges and other highway related structures in compliance with office standards, state specifications and national engineering codes in order to provide safe economical structures and highways.
Develops and integrates computer aided design (CAD/D) and personal computer techniques to expedite engineering duties.
Develops preliminary bridge and roadway studies coordinating extensive engineering information to provide design alternatives for review.
Advises and resolves problems of less experienced design and technical personnel in order to assist in the proper development of projects and to promote an understanding of bureau policies, state specifications and national engineering codes.
Communicates with departmental bureaus and other agencies in order to facilitate the production of contract plans and ensure completeness, accuracy and consistency of the contract plans.
Checks fabricators' shop drawings and performs necessary engineering calculations for review of contractor falsework proposals to insure conformity with plans and design and office specifications.
Evaluates condition of existing structures and performs calculations to determine structural capacity to provide data for determining maintenance, rehabilitation of replacement needs.
For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online please contact Jim Roberg, Administrator, at (603) 271-8025 or James.G.Roberg@dot.nh.gov
For additional information contact David Scott, Administrator, at 603-271-2731 or Bureau18@dot.nh.gov .
*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION
The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:
HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:
The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated.
See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx
Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay
Other Benefits:
*Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)
* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan
*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan
*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance
*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)
Total Compensation Statement Worksheet:
https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx
Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website:
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/documents/BenefitBrochure.pdf
https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/index.aspx
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964