EDGE Civil Engineering

EDGE Civil Engineering

Equip entry-level individuals to fill designated critical engineering roles and contribute effective results to the organization. The individual in this position participates in the Employee Development Growth Experience (EDGE) Program for Civil Engineers, and through the program, applies their engineering studies as a competent VDOT engineer. Development entails the technical and leadership competencies that are required for an Architect Engineer I in one of the following engineering disciplines - Location and Design, Materials, Residency Operations, Construction, Structure and Bridge, Maintenance, Environmental, Transportation Planning and Traffic Engineering Operations.

Perform special duties as assigned. Provide technical advice, guidance and training regarding assigned engineering program areas. Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations. Provide engineering support and consultation related to engineering program area. Effectively manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion. Communicate with internal VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, citizens and FHWA regarding transportation projects and programs.

What will make you successful:

• Ability to apply engineering principles and practices.
• Ability to apply the knowledge to complete projects and other tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse groups.
• Ability to draw rational conclusions and develop solutions from analysis; make independent decisions; and manage multiple assignments.
• Ability to enforce and demonstrate safety behaviors, as well as advocate and practice safety in everyday work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to interpret technical data and prepare and maintain detailed reports.
• Ability to make decisions, as well as determine more efficient processes to produce results and maximize resources.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with competing deadlines and limited resources.
• Ability to negotiate outcomes and work with diverse customer groups.
• Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.
• Ability to read and understand highway construction plans.
• Knowledge engineering specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of Civil Engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and Standard Design technical knowledge, ensuring compliance with VDOT Standards.
• Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal policies and procedures relating to transportation engineering.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance contract policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
• Knowledge of roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.
• Skill in providing and promoting good customer service to internal and external customers.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include MS Office, project management and engineering software programs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to apply engineering knowledge to complete projects and other tasks.
• Ability to make independent decisions, as well as determine more efficient processes to produce results and maximize resources.
• Ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (F.E.) and obtain the Engineering in Training (EIT) designation within 12 months of employment.
• Have or will have completed at least a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology or related degree from an Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) program by the start of employment.
• Knowledge of construction and maintenance contract policies and procedures.
• Must be at least 18 years of age by the start of employment.
• Skill in basic computer operations.

Additional Considerations:

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, or related field desired.
• Experience in design technology, interpreting technical plans and specifications.
• Experience in roadway design and geometric design application.
• Experience in roadway transportation.
• Possess Engineer in Training (EIT) designation at time of employment.

VDOT employees must abide by VDOTs Code of Ethics and the Commonwealths Standards of Conduct. Equal Opportunity Employer