Rotational Engineer - Structures

Full Job Description

Are you a recent graduate or are you within one year of graduating from a Civil Engineering program?

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn different areas of transportation engineering from a bridges and structures perspective?

If so, the Utah Department of Transportation's Engineering Rotational Program is for you. This is a four-year program for non-licensed engineers with limited engineering experience.

During your rotation with the Structures Division, you will learn how to apply structural engineering and detailing techniques to a variety of areas related to bridges and structures including design, preservation, asset management, and construction inspection.

As a rotational engineer, you will perform assignments under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer. Tasks may include structural design of bridges, walls and other miscellaneous structures, structural detailing using specialized software (MicroStation, Mathcad, or various concrete and steel design or analysis programs), CADD plan production, bridge inspection, structural load rating calculations, geometric layout and bridge type studies as well as on-site field work such as bridge inspection and construction support.

Principal Duties
As a Rotational Engineer, you will:

• Work in a team environment as well as independently while challenging yourself to acquire knowledge and experience in engineering.
• Perform routine engineering assignments requiring application of standard techniques and procedures.
• Conduct analyses to develop design options or recommendations and assist in the preparation of cost estimates and specifications for structural engineering projects.
• Work on projects that typically include bridges (steel plate girder, prestress concrete), box culverts, and interchange design for highway projects.
• Support the bridge design group and other disciplines (geotechnical, hydraulics, roadway, environmental) by applying structural engineering and detailing techniques in the development of structural designs.
• Support the bridge management group in a variety of tasks associated with asset management, load ratings, concept reports, and bridge inspection.
• Assist with geometric layout and quantity take offs.
• Perform structural load calculations using specialized structural design and analysis software. Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls, and miscellaneous structures using computer-aided design software, primarily MicroStation.
• Collect data and evaluate available information, determine the accuracy and validity of sources and appropriateness for use.
• Write or draft technical reports, articles or related material based on research, investigation or analysis.
• Perform bridge inspections and prepare reports in accordance with NBIS (National Bridge Inspection Standards).
• Support construction implementation and observation; review shop drawings and field submittals.

Required Minimum Qualifications
This position will be filled as either an Engineer I or Engineer II based on the criteria listed below. The hourly rate for the Engineer I is $35.93 and the hourly rate for the Engineer II is $40.24.

• The qualifications for the Engineer I level are:
  • A bachelor's degree, or higher, in a Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline.
  • Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
• The qualifications for the Engineer II level are:
  • A bachelor's degree, or higher, in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
  • Proof of passing the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE).
  • At least two years of post-graduate engineering experience.

Other qualifications:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to gather, organize, and interpret data.

• Technically oriented with the rudimentary thought process to visualize constructs in 3-dimensional space.

• Effective communication, organizational skills, and attention to detail.

• Foundational understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

• Willingness to collaborate across other disciplines (bridge inspection, roadway design, hydraulic analysis, stream restoration, planning, construction services, environmental).

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on a wide variety of projects.

Preferred Qualifications
Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following:

• UDOT experience (including internships)
• Fewer than 2 years engineering experience
• A recent graduation date
• A master’s degree in Structural Engineering
• Proficiency in MS Office and MathCAD
• Strong computer skills for structural layout and design
• Working knowledge of Microstation and/or AutoCAD
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Experience in bridge/structural design

Supplemental Information
Here is some additional information you should be aware of:

• Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you.

Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy.

We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values, too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.

Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency

UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths.

Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions.

Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying.

UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click here.