Bridge Load Rating QA Structural Engineer

About the role

This position is an experienced and licensed professional structural engineer providing statewide technical lead for bridge load rating, overweight vehicle permitting, and bridge condition inspection. The position is an expert in load rating and one or more major types of bridges such as steel girders, trusses, timber, prestressed concrete, or others.

Responsibilities

• Administers MDT’s Load Rating Quality Assurance (QA) to meet NBIS requirements
• Collaborates with the Bridge Inspection QA Engineer to meet program objectives
• Coordinates bridge operations with Motor Carrier Services
• Affords assistance with the bridge maintenance and scour program
• Travels statewide approximately 15% of the time to work with bridge inspectors and review bridge inspections and repairs and reports to the Bridge Load Rating Program Manager

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design
• Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana
• Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered
• Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader, or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire
• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications

Qualifications

Required Education And Experience: A bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design. Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered. Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader, or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire. Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Skills

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Benefits

• Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
• Benefits apply on first day of employment
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer

Pay

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Schedule

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Contact Information

To apply, please submit a resume detailing your qualifications and work history, a cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position, and ensure all materials submitted are selected as “Relevant.” If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply.

Additional Information

The Montana Department of Transportation is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace. Effective 5/26/2026, MDT is participating in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found here, https://www.e-verify.gov.