SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ELECTRICAL ENGINEER (SPECIALIST)
Job Description And Duties
The Division of Research, Innovation and System Information, is looking to hire a Research Implementation Engineer. This position is being considered at either a Senior Transportation Electrical Engineer (Spec) under JC-524538 or a Senior Transportation Engineer classification under JC-524607. Only one hire will be made. Please refer to the appropriate JC to apply.
Under the general direction of the Chief, Office of Safety Innovation and Cooperative Research (Supervising Transportation Engineer), the Research Implementation Engineer (RIE) is the Department's expert on implementing successful research projects. The RIE will work with the Division Chief, Deputy Division Chief (Research), and Office Chiefs to provide direct supervision on the implementation efforts of research results identified as high value to Caltrans.
- Prepares and maintains research implementation guidance
- Maintains the implementation website
- Promotes implementable research findings
- Works with project managers to execute implementation plans for Caltrans-sponsored and national research projects
- Oversees implementation teams following successful research projects
- Documents the implementation of research projects
- Organizes events such as workshops, training, and demonstrations
- Provides technical oversight for various stages of difficult and complex implementation work which is critical to the Department's mission and of statewide significance.
Special Requirements
The position(s) require(s) a(n) CA PE License Certificate. You will be required to provide a copy of your certificate prior to being hired.
Possession of a valid driver’s license is required when operating a state owned or leased vehicle.
Possession of Minimum Qualifications will be verified prior to interview and/or appointment.
Statement of Qualifications (SOQ)
The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) serves as documentation of each applicant’s ability to present information clearly and concisely in writing. Please follow the instructions below; failure to include and complete the SOQ as instructed may result in the SOQ not being considered and in disqualification from the interview.
- Demonstrate how your education and experience make you a good candidate for this position.
- Demonstrate your communication skills by explaining your experience with working with stakeholders, organizing meetings, and creating and giving presentations.
- Demonstrate your experience with engineering oversight by explaining your experience with balancing and tracking multiple projects and engineering assignments.
- Explain any work history or personal experience that has relevancy to the work managed by this position – specifically in implementing a change such as a new process, device, or procedure.
- Demonstrate your problem solving and reasoning skills.