Professional Engineer - Bridge Design

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The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting two Professional Engineers in Bridge Design. This position is a professional structural design engineer responsible for final design work, design review, and final bridge plan checking on a project level with minimal guidance. The Engineer may also be assigned preliminary design work, which may be done in collaboration with the Bridge Area Engineer or assigned based on expected results.

Since bridge design affects public safety, design work must be performed with a licensed professional engineer in responsible charge. The Engineer should be fully competent in conventional bridge design and have working knowledge of seismic analysis and preliminary design requirements.

• Perform final design work, design reviews, and final bridge plan checking on assigned projects.
• Handle preliminary design work when assigned, in coordination with the Bridge Area Engineer or per expected results.
• Ensure all design work is in responsible charge by a licensed Professional Engineer.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design, or an equivalent field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum of 4 years in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Licensure:
  Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. If holding a PE in another state, eligibility to obtain Montana PE registration through Comity within 6 months of hire will be considered.
• Alternative qualifications:
  Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis/design will be evaluated case by case.

• Thorough knowledge of Civil Engineering theory, methods, and practices related to bridge structural design; familiarity with AASHTO Design Specifications and bridge design standards.
• Ability to evaluate engineering calculations and contract documents for clarity, accuracy, completeness, and constructability; apply engineering judgment to interpretation of design guidelines and standards.
• Skill in preparing calculations, reports, and documentation; proficiency with office engineering tools, computers, and calculators; strong written and verbal communication skills.

Submit a resume detailing qualifications and work history. Include a cover letter (no more than two pages) addressing your qualifications for the position. Ensure all submitted materials are marked as “Relevant.”

Online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. If you need an accommodation with the application process, contact the HR representative listed below.

• The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance or an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at .
• MDT is committed to continuous improvement of our safety program and workplace health.
• Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.