ENGINEER 6-DCL (Mechanical or Electrical Engineer)
About the role
This position is the Department’s leading expert on designs for the repair and rehabilitation of electrical or mechanical systems for movable bridges, tunnels, and pump stations. Designs and develops plans, specifications, and construction estimates (PS&Es) for complex systems of statewide LA DOTD movable bridge, tunnel, and pump station repair projects. This work includes, but is not limited to: power distribution, standby power systems, automatic and manual transfer switches, lighting, relay and PLC control systems, motor selection, speed control systems (resistor banks, soft starters, VFDs), hydraulic drive systems, gear drives, roller and sleeve bearings, wire ropes, span locks, air buffers, hoists, drum and disc brakes, and the design/selection of any other system required to provide a fully functional movable bridge, tunnel, pump and drainage system, ventilation system, fire/life safety system, emergency power system, etc.
Responsibilities
Designs and develops plans, specifications, and construction estimates (PS&Es) for complex systems of statewide LA DOTD movable bridge, tunnel, and pump station repair projects.
Ensures that all movable bridge designs conform to all LA DOTD and FHWA design standards.
Reviews/approves all equipment submittals and shop drawings related to the work he/she has designed.
Provides engineering support during construction to District Project Engineers/Inspectors on construction issues related to the systems he/she has designed.
Assists with the development of the mechanical and electrical consultant contract.
Reviews construction documents prepared by private consultants for movable bridge, tunnel, and pump station projects to insure the plans meet the requirements of the consultant contract.
Performs final field inspections of all new/rehabilitated movable bridges, tunnels, and pump stations to insure that the systems have been constructed according to the contract documents.
Advises district maintenance sections on current acceptable procedures for maintaining systems on movable bridges, tunnels and pump stations.
Researches new technologies that improve the operability, reliability, and safety of those systems.
Designs systems for building facility projects under the supervision of the Building Facility Design Expert.
Assists with emergency inspection/repairs of movable bridge structures that were damaged either by collision or a catastrophic event such as a hurricane.
Maintains the Department’s design and construction standards related to systems for movable bridges.
May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities.
Requirements
Two years of licensed engineering experience, which includes possession of an electrical or mechanical engineering license plus one year of experience in design or maintenance of electrical or mechanical systems (pumping systems, gear systems, piping systems, control systems, backup power systems, etc.,)
Six years of professional engineering experience, which includes four years of professional level electrical or mechanical engineering experience in design or maintenance of electrical or mechanical systems (pumping systems, gear systems, piping systems, control systems, backup power systems, etc.,)
Qualifications
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency: http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.
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“The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.”
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For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact:
Name: Jason Michiels
Job Title: ENGINEER 7
Phone Number: 225-379-1962
Pay
The pay range for this position is $80,000 - $120,000 annually.
Schedule
The schedule for this position is typically Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM, with occasional evening or weekend work as needed.