Structural Engineer - Bridge Maintenance

About the role

This position ensures that bridges and other transportation structures under MDT’s jurisdiction remain safe for the traveling public. The role involves evaluating the structural vulnerability of these facilities by reviewing NBIS bridge inspection reports, performing field assessments or remote evaluations, recommending repair and mitigation strategies, and overseeing the maintenance and repair of structurally or safety deficient bridges and structures statewide.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating the structural vulnerability of bridges and other transportation structures under MDT’s jurisdiction.
• Reviewing NBIS bridge inspection reports.
• Performing field assessments or remote evaluations.
• Recommendation of repair and mitigation strategies.
• Oversight of the maintenance and repair of structurally or safety deficient bridges and structures statewide.

Requirements

While this position is listed as a Helena location, other locations within the State of Montana may be considered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 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.
• Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include 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.

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences, especially the methods and practices of bridge structural analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards and specifications, bridge design and load rating standards, bridge and tunnel inspection standards, bridge and road construction methods and policies, industry guidelines and practices.
• Effective written and verbal communications.
• Engineering analyses and applying engineering concepts, techniques, and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances.
• Evaluating structural problems by examining evidence, discussions with peers and inspection personnel, reviewing calculations and contract documents to determine proper course of action; and skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on ambiguous or conflicting information.
• Applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards, preparing calculations, reports, and other documentation necessary to complete inspection, repair, maintenance, and design projects.

Benefits

• 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.
• Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer.

Pay

The salary range for this position is TBD.

Schedule

The schedule for this position is TBD.

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Thorough knowledge of the theory, principles, methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences, especially the methods and practices of bridge structural analysis.
• Familiarity with industry standards and specifications, bridge design and load rating standards, bridge and tunnel inspection standards, bridge and road construction methods and policies, industry guidelines and practices.
• Effective written and verbal communications at performing engineering analyses and applying engineering concepts, techniques, and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances.
• This position must be skilled at evaluating structural problems by examining evidence, discussions with peers and inspection personnel, reviewing calculations and contract documents to determine proper course of action; and skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on ambiguous or conflicting information.
• This position requires skill in applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards, preparing calculations, reports, and other documentation necessary to complete inspection, repair, maintenance, and design projects.