Geotechnical Projects Engineer; Civil Engineer III

Overview

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Job Description - Geotechnical Projects Engineer (Civil Engineer III) )

The MassDOT Geotechnical Unit is looking to add excited candidates who are interested in review of geotechnical design and construction submittals related to highway and bridge projects. The MassDOT Geotechnical Unit sits within the Headquarters Bridge Section.

About MassDOT Highway Headquarters Bridge Section

The Headquarters Bridge Section designs and maintains bridges, tunnels, and other ancillary structures, supporting a multitude of highway functions and projects as well as District operations. You will be part of a team that reviews and supports a variety of projects.

Position Summary

Incumbents oversee the preparation and/or review of site characterization plans, geotechnical reports, sketch plans, and final design drawings as they relate to geotechnical engineering and foundations. They provide support services to other MassDOT units and districts on geotechnical issues that arise during construction or due to natural forces. Incumbents are responsible for completing their duties with minimal supervision and for the quality and accuracy of project deliverables.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise complex subsurface investigation and soil or foundation testing programs and follow policies and procedures regarding all design, construction and maintenance projects as required.
• Gather, interpret, analyze, present, and review complex geotechnical data in conformance with sound engineering principles and practices; and in conformance with Plans, Specifications and Estimates to resolve problems in design, maintenance, and construction as they occur.
• Prepare reports containing geotechnical information and recommendations with cost estimates for proposed and/or existing projects using information from field measurements, geologic maps, borings, geophysical surveys, laboratory measurements, technical literature, construction methods, suppliers, contractors, project records and other sources.
• Review geotechnical and foundation engineering designs for projects such as bridges, highways, buildings, retaining walls, embankments, dams, slopes, tunnels, etc., in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable regulations, and technical standards.
• Review Geotechnical Engineering aspects of Permits associated with development adjacent to or installation of utilities under or near state highways.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Master’s Degree in Geotechnical Engineering or Civil Engineering with a Geotechnical concentration is preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in performing geotechnical engineering analysis of transportation infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in the design and review of transportation infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in the resolution of geotechnical construction issues related to transportation infrastructure.
• Working knowledge of the AASHTO Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges and the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Code.
• Familiar with the MassDOT Bridge Manual and MassDOT Standard Specifications for Highways and Bridges.
• Working knowledge of geotechnical technologies to solve transportation infrastructure foundation issues.

Signing Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired rent MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: $3,000 included in the first paycheck and $2,000 after the successful probationary period.

About MassDOT

The MassDOT is comprised of 4,000+ employees and is responsible for transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth. Further information about MassDOT’s inclusive culture and career opportunities can be found /massdot-careers .

MassDOT divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each division.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given…