Civil Engineering Specialist

Position Title

Civil Engineering Specialist )

The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for Civil Engineering Specialists in Wolf Point and Glasgow. Positions in the assigned district are responsible for conducting engineering and analysis, administering Federal aid and non‑Federal aid construction contracts, overseeing active construction operations, reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability, coordinating and performing surveying procedures, serving as lead worker, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned.

The incumbent will often determine the best solution based on contract plans, specifications, engineering principles, acquired knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional and engineering judgment.

This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.

The positions perform routine engineering, review, testing, inspection, and documentation tasks in the assigned area (details are encompassed by the overview above).

• Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low‑cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Benefits apply on first day of employment

Hourly: $32.04 - $38.36

Not Telework Eligible

• Number of Openings: 3
• Employee Status:
  Regular
  
  Schedule:
  
  Full‑Time
• Job Type: Standard
• Shift: Day Job
• Travel:
  Yes, 75 % of the Time
• Primary
  
  Location:
  
  Wolf Point
• Other Locations:
  Glasgow
• Agency:
  Department of Transportation
• Union:
  Montana Federation of Public Employees

• Entry Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 1 ($32.04)
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
  • Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
• Mid‑Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 2 ($33.31)
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
  • This position also requires 6 months to 2 years of related work experience.
  • Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include:
    Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
• Top Level – Civil Engineering Specialist 3 ($38.36)
  • The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related field.
  • This position also requires 2 to 4 years related work experience.
  • Certifications, licensure, or other credentials include:
    Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE), Engineering Intern Certification (EIT), or licensed Professional Engineer.

• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skill, and judgment in a specific practice area to perform routine engineering, review, testing, inspection, and documentation tasks in the assigned area. The knowledge acquired is in a specific work area, but that knowledge and competence should reasonably transfer to other work areas at the same level.
• Broad knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes and procedures, computer‑assisted drafting and survey software, and engineering techniques are required for projects of moderate complexity.
• A journeyman level knowledge of federal guidelines and procedures regarding engineering and construction is also required.
• Skills in effective oral and written communication to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to a specific assignment or meeting.

• Online application

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure…