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Maryland Department of Transportation Design Engineer (Transportation Engineer III) in Baltimore County, Maryland
Design Engineer (Transportation Engineer III)
Salary
$60,801.00 - $101,897.00 Annually
Location
Baltimore County
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
0117-SHA-84-02-TC-12/23
Department
State Highway Administration
Opening Date
06/14/2024
Closing Date
6/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
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Description
OPEN RECRUITMENT
State Highway Administration
Design Engineer (Transportation Engineer III)
Grade 17 (0117) SP# 24-84-02
Previous Applicants Need Not Reapply
YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd
THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS
SHA District 4 is a metropolitan district comprised of Baltimore and Harford Counties with approximately 2,297 lane miles of which 440 lane miles are interstates.
The State Highway Administration’s (SHA) District 4 (Baltimore and Harford Counties) is recruiting for a Design Engineer (Transportation Engineer III) position. This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum and selective qualifications listed below. This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy only. You will need to reapply for any future recruitment conducted for this job classification.
Nature of work: The Design Engineer works closely with the Team Leader in performing engineering work as part of the district’s System Preservation Program. This position assists the Team Leader to prepare highway construction contracts for advertisement; reviewing engineering plans for adherence to state and federal design guidelines and policies; right-of- way requirements; utility relocation needs; cost estimates; engineering reports; and specifications and related contract documents. The Design Engineer will also be tasked with performing in-house engineering design (utilizing InRoads) which may include traffic barrier design; Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) sidewalk and driveway upgrades; minor geometric improvements; Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) and detour plans; and all associated engineering design and permitting documents for these improvements. This position involves coordinating with multiple SHA support divisions, engineering design consultants, and other state and county agencies. All the duties listed above are performed under the supervision of the Team Leader.
MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide.
“The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training magazine Training APEX Awards winner for the fourth consecutive year."
Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
Experience: Two years of experience in professional engineering.
Selective Qualification: One (1) year of experience in project management related to the design of highway projects.
Notes:
Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.
Possession of a master's degree in engineering may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the State of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements.
Licenses & Certifications
Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.
Additional Information
Special Requirements:
Candidates may be required to attend evening community meetings or conduct peak hour traffic observations outside normal working hours.
TO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials, you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.
Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application, therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to position you are applying for.
If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.
The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.
The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.
Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.
Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).
Applications must be submitted online by the closing date. If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below: 410-545-5554.
Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.
Issue Date: 12/15/2023
Re-Issue Date: 04/17/2024, 06/14/2024
Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck!!!! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:
https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152
Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!
*Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.
01
Do you possess a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university?
Yes
No
02
Do you have two (2) years of experience in professional engineering?
Yes
No
03
If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you have. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
04
Do you have one (1) year of experience in project management related to the design of highway projects?
Yes
No
05
If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you have. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
06
Do you have a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland?
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Maryland Department of Transportation
Address
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Phone
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Website
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