Engineering Technician Senior Structure and Bridge Wage

Perform special duties as assigned. To draft, design, detail, or review bridge and other structural plans for new construction, maintenance repair and rehabilitation projects. Check structural elements to meet VDOT requirements for alignment, geometry, strength, and economy. Compute dimensions, clearances, elevations, and quantities of materials.

• Compute Quantities and Estimates:
  Compute quantities to develop cost estimates and prepare reinforcing steel schedules. Compute various items to include elevations, clearances, and dimensions.
• Design and Analyze Structural Elements:
  Prepare preliminary and final design or analysis for bridges or miscellaneous structures in accordance with AASHTO and VDOT guidelines and specifications within established time frames.
• Documentation:
  Maintain project correspondence and miscellaneous records and as-built plans. Prepare contract documents within established time frames.
• Draft and Detail Structural Elements:
  Develop geometry for bridge and other structural components. Prepare structural details and plans using Micro Station. Revise plans within established time frames.
• Perform duties as assigned.
• Records Maintenance:
  Compile and maintain automated and written reports and project records for assigned program areas. Records are maintained in accordance with guidelines and policies.
• Structural Plans:
  Check or review structural plans and shop drawings for conformance with AASHTO and VDOT guidelines and specifications within established time frames.

• Ability to design bridge structure components and complete final bridge plans from preliminary sketches.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures related to VDOT's program areas.
• Ability to perform complex mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering plans and specifications.
• Ability to read and interpret road and bridge plans and apply design specifications and standards.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include CADD and other engineering and structural design software.

• Ability to design bridge structure components and complete final bridge plans from preliminary sketches.
• Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and adjust prioritize as needed.
• Ability to read and interpret road and bridge plans and apply design specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of algebra, geometry, trigonometry, statics, and strengths of materials.
• Knowledge of basic structural engineering design practices and techniques.
• Knowledge of drafting with emphasis on structural drafting and detailing.
• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include CADD and other engineering and structural design software.

• A combination of training, experience, or education in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, Drafting and Design or related field desired.
• Skill in structural drafting and design, computer aided design, and plan preparation.

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

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