Engineer-in-Training, Design; EIT II

This position is only open to Colorado state residents.

New employees to the State will be paid biweekly. There are 26 biweekly pay periods in a year.

CDOT employees make a difference by providing freedom, connection, and experience to the traveling public, while also keeping them safe. The State of Colorado offers competitive medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, and flexible spending and health savings accounts. Visit the State of Colorado benefits for details, current premium rates and a summary video about benefits. The state also offers PERA retirement, great optional PERA plans such as 401K, a generous paid time off package of annual, sick, holiday and other leave, strong career growth, tuition reimbursement and professional development.

Perks include Colorado Employee Assistance Program (CSEAP) counseling, wellness, credit union membership and employee discount program. Visit CDOT Benefits for details. Some positions may qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

CDOT’s strength is our people, and our commitment to our people is to shape, support, and sustain the employee experience, and ultimately, create a supportive workplace where everyone, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, education, disability, socio-economic status, or any other identity, has the opportunity to thrive.

The eligible list created from this announcement may be used to fill current and future vacancies for a period of up to 6 months.

The Engineer-in-Training II position is part of the Colorado Department of Transportation's (CDOT) Region 2 South Engineering program, which is responsible for planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining Colorado's highway transportation system. This position supports the development and delivery of transportation projects by performing engineering design, construction management, and inspection activities while ensuring compliance with applicable federal and state guidelines, standards, and regulations.

As an Engineer-in-Training II, you will have the opportunity to build upon your engineering knowledge and experience while working on a variety of highway construction and design projects. Under the supervision of a Professional Engineer or Project Engineer, you will apply engineering principles, exercise technical judgment, and take on increasing responsibilities as you continue developing your skills toward becoming a licensed Professional Engineer.

• Prepare and develop engineering plans, specifications, and cost estimates for roadway construction projects under the guidance and supervision of a Licensed Professional Engineer or Senior Project Manager.
• Apply engineering principles, practices, and calculation methods in accordance with CDOT, AASHTO, and other applicable standards and guidelines.
• Utilize engineering design software, technical manuals, spreadsheets, and other resources to ensure accuracy and consistency in project design and documentation.
• Identify engineering and project challenges, develop potential solutions, and work with the Resident Engineer to determine appropriate solutions.
• Document engineering design decisions and maintain accurate project records throughout the design and plan production process.
• Assist with project management activities, including contract administration, project coordination, and monitoring compliance with engineering and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in project review meetings, identify project objectives and potential challenges, and assist in developing solutions to support project delivery.
• Assist with consultant contract administration, including monitoring project schedules, scopes of work, expenditures, and consultant performance.
• Assist in developing and negotiating consultant scopes of services, task orders, work hours, contract changes, and supplemental agreements in accordance with CDOT guidelines.
• Review consultant work, coordinate required clearances, assist with construction inspections, and ensure delivery of complete contract documents.
• Assist with reviewing consultant charges, recommending payments, and participating in consultant selection panels as requested.
• Perform construction inspection and oversight activities, including reviewing construction procedures,…