Transportation Engineer IV; PE - Assistant State Pavement Design Engineer

Position: Transportation Engineer IV (PE) - Assistant State Pavement Design Engineer (61032926)
Location: Columbia

Job Responsibilities

At the Office of Materials and Research (OMR), supervises subordinate engineer(s) in the coordination and execution of pavement design investigations and document preparation for Bid-Build and Design
- Build projects statewide. Independently conducts pavement design and related functions for Bid-Build and Design Build projects statewide. Responsible for sealing plans which requires SC licensure as a Professional Engineer. Supports the operations of the State Pavement Design Engineer and all subordinate units. Provides construction support for statewide paving projects and assists in teaching during SCDOT training courses. Provides presentations for various entities and interacts with industry personnel.

Assists with the development of specifications of high complexity related to rideability, paving materials and geotechnical materials. Assists State Pavement Design Engineer in consulting with department personnel regarding highly technical and complex matters pertaining to highway engineering activities. Conducts special investigations and forensic analysis related to pavement design activities. Conducts in-house research related to pavement materials and design; seeks opportunities for implementation and provides a point of contact for construction support.

Assists with the review of consultant pavement designs and in-house quality assurance prior to approval of final construction plans. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering and five (5) years of engineering work experience. Necessary Special Requirement:
Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demand for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.