Field Engineer (Transportation Engineer II) Salary$57,095.00 - $95,449.00 AnnuallyLocation Anne Arundel CountyJob TypeFull TimeJob Number0116-SHA-73-03-CH-04/24DepartmentState Highway AdministrationOpening Date04/02/2024Closing Date4/16/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
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Description(OPEN RECRUITMENT ) State Highway Administration O ffice of Materials Technology - Anne Arundel County Grade 16 (0116) SP# 2 4-73-03Field Engineer (Transportation Engineer II)YOU MUST APPLY ONLINE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd THE RECONSIDERATION PERIOD FOR THIS RECRUITMENT IS THREE (3) BUSINESS DAYS State Highway Administration’s (SHA) O ffice of Materials Technology is currently recruiting for a Field Engineer (Transportation Engineer II) in A nne Arundel County . This position is open to anyone who meets the minimum and selective qualifications listed below by the closing date. This is a position specific recruitment. The resulting list of eligible candidates will be used to fill this vacancy or function only. You will need to reapply for any future recruitment conducted for this job classification. Nature of Work: This is an engineering position in the field of materials evaluation for highway design and construction. This position reports directly to the Assistant Division Chief (ADC)- Field Section in the Soils and Aggregate Technology Division (SATD) of the Office of Materials Technology and will be responsible for specific tasks and projects to assist in the operations of the section. These tasks include, but are not limited to, technical and management assistance, field and laboratory operations assistance, Assistant Radiation Officer duties, soils and aggregate class instructor, and the lead role in SATD special projects. In the absence of the ADC, the Field Engineer will be receiving directions from the Field Team Leader. The Field Engineer will apply engineering theories and applicable policies and standards to a variety of efforts as they relate to materials designated for highway construction and to operational improvement. MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide. "The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named Training Magazine’s Training APEX Awards for the fifth consecutive year."QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.Experience: One (1) year of experience in professional engineering.Selective Qualification: One year (1) of experience in testing, inspection and/or quality control/quality assurance in the fields of construction or soils and aggregate materials.This statement contains a selective qualification, which is more focused in scope than the minimum qualifications for this classification. Selective qualifications are utilized when the position requires specific or additional bona fide occupational qualifications (i.e., knowledge, skill, or abilities).PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will possess the following: Experience in quality assurance and evaluation of the geotechnical materials used for pavement, embankments, and highway construction Knowledge of troubleshooting material production and application problems related to performance problems in the field Excellent oral and written communication skills Time and resource management skills Notes:
Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.
Possession of a master’s degree in engineering may be substituted for the required experience.
Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the state of Maryland, or in a state with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements.
Licenses & CertificationsCandidate must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.Additional InformationTO APPLY: All applicants must submit an application online at http://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mdotmd (use of this option allows the application to be saved). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for your work history and credentials you must list the information in the online DTS-1 application form. You may refer to a resume only to expand on information offered in the body of the online DTS-1 application. The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.Consideration for employment may be based solely on the contents of your application; therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information. Please include all relevant experience on your application. This includes, but is not limited to, full or part time, volunteer, military, acting capacity, or any other experience that is relevant to the position you are applying for. If you have held more than one position at the same employer, please list each position that you held and the length of time that you held each position.The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities. The incumbent in this position m ay be a member of a c overed bargaining unit. Please Note: State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services ( http://www.naces.org ) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation ( https://www.wes.org/ ). Applications must be submitted online by the closing date. If you have any questions, please contact the Recruitment and Examination Division at the number(s) listed below:410-545-5554 Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call at 410-545-5554. SHA is committed to complying with the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act. WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. Issue Date: 04/02/2024Come join the Maryland Department of Transportation Team! We offer more than just a paycheck! We offer healthcare, dental, long term disability, flexible work schedules, and so much more. Read all about our fabulous benefits in detail by visiting:https://www.mdot.maryland.gov/tso/pages/index.aspx?pageid=152Don't miss out on a great opportunity for a challenging career along with fabulous benefits!Benefits are offered to all full-time, part-time permanent and contractual (partially subsidized) employees. Temporary employees do not receive benefits.01 Do you possess a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university?
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Do you have one (1) year of professional engineering?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you have. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
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Do you have one year (1) of experience in testing, inspection and/or quality control/quality assurance in the fields of construction or soils and aggregate materials?
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If you answered YES to the previous question, please list the experience that you have. Also, include the name of employer, job title, dates of employment, and hours worked per week. This information must also be reflected in your application. If you DO NOT possess experience in this area, type "N/A" in the box below. Please do not list "see resume" or copy and paste information provided in the application.
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Do you possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the state of Maryland?
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