Design Engineer

Overview

Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you’ll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you’ll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About The Indiana Department Of Transportation
The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package and outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

A Design Engineer is responsible for developing detailed engineering plans for a wide range of transportation projects prepared within the office and implemented by external or internal parties. The role includes interpreting and applying established design standards throughout all phases of project development, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to support informed decision-making, preparing cost estimates, and integrating contract requirements to secure necessary approvals and clearances from coordinating agencies and review groups.

A Professional Engineering license is not required for this position. Candidates who have an Engineering degree and a current Engineer in Training (EIT) license, but do not hold a professional license, may be hired at a lower minimum salary and are eligible for promotional increases upon milestones including years of experience and obtaining their Professional Engineering license. Upon obtaining a Professional Engineer license, the salary traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

This position is located in INDOT s Greenfield District.

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Planning & Project Management:
  Serve as a resource for proposal development and research process. Ensure milestones, deliverables, and implementation strategies are established accurately. Assist supervisor in the development of strategic planning and resource utilization. You will participate in providing project reviews in accordance with the Agency’s established performance standards. Ensure that all plans reflect the scope of services, existing field conditions, appropriate design standards, and sound engineering judgment.
• Program Management:
  Coordinate programs and plans for the division/department; interpret laws, regulations, and guidelines within area of assignment; review program plans for completeness, economic and technical feasibility.
• Design and Research:
  Assist in the development of programs, research development & technology plans (road maps) to improve product quality. Review research proposals and report to ensure their accuracy, effectiveness, and potential for implementation.
• Inspection:
  Organize, conduct, and review engineering investigations, field observations, which have a defined scope.
• Technical & Data Analysis:
  Assist in analyzing engineering data and developing technical guidelines, technology initiatives, training course materials and other technical documents.
• Testing:
  Assist in laboratory testing with “research grade equipment” related to materials/bridge/traffic research
• Quality Control:
  Participate in Quality Control / Quality Assurance programs to ensure policy and best practices are actively deployed, analyze field data, and review plans for conformance to design criteria.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities,…