GeotechnicalPavement Design Engineer Senior
GeotechnicalPavement Design Engineer Senior
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Job Description
Posting Date
04/04/25Application Deadline
04/11/25Pay Range
$93500 $138500 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidates equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Job Type
UnclassifiedDepartment
TransportationAbout the Position
The Geotechnical/Pavement Design Engineer Senior applies advanced and specialized professional engineering knowledge and skills to provide geotechnical engineering design roadway pavement design and bridge foundation design which require consideration and analysis of multiple variables. The design assignments are often broad in scope and require the use of independent judgment and initiative in making professional engineering decisions of considerable difficulty. This position performs the most complex and specialized duties and programs. You will act as the subject matter expert function as the lead and may supervise subordinate staff.
About Us
We value your time. The time with your family. The time you spend on the road. And the time you spend making a difference. At the Maricopa County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) we provide connections that improve peoples lives. By combining innovative technologies with the vast talent of our employees we plan for future needs and operate a transportation system with the community in mind. Are you interested in contributing to the community in which you work live and play Then join our team and help us build connections
Proud to Offer
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional worklife balance with a hybrid work schedule option
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Lowcost highvalue healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our upcoming onsite center Maricopa County Kids Club dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation sick time and parental leave
Extensive wellness program including healthcare premium discounts
Employee discounts for goods and services
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12.27 monthly contribution rate and includes a 100 employer match on Day 1
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We Require
Bachelors degree in a workrelated engineering discipline such as but not limited to Civil Chemical Environmental or Mechanical Engineering or in physical or biological science directly related to the assigned duties
Five years of engineering experience
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) by the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration or by the technical board of another state with the ability to obtain Arizona registration within six months of employment
Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Arizona drivers license by the time of hire and have an acceptable driving record
We Also Value
Masters degree in a specialty in Geotechnical Engineering
Special training in LRFD design and Pavement ME design
Job Contributions
Provide technical reviews and comments on the geotechnical investigation reports pavement design reports and bridge or structure foundation design reports; review and comment on project special provisions and plans to ensure pavement designs foundation designs and geotechnical recommendations are properly and correctly incorporated in the above documents
Coordinate with oncall consultants for assistance with investigations and designs evaluate consultants and prepare requests for services
Construct pavement designs of considerable complexity in accordance with the AASHTO design guide including the ME design guide
Create bridge and other structure foundation design and retain structure engineering design in accordance with the LRSD method or ASD method
Investigate prematurely stressed or failed pavement and provide engineering recommendations for corrective actions
Conduct pavement designrelated research on specifications design methodologies and their updates
Meet with various levels of staff including leadership engineers contractors and the public to clearly communicate engineering and/or plan requirements
Execute geotechnical investigations for transportation improvement projects of pavement structural drainage and slope stability engineering designs
Other job duties as assigned
Working Conditions
This position is eligible for hybrid flexibility after a brief training period
Exerting 20 25 pounds occasionally 10 25 pounds frequently or up to 10 pounds constantly
The position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions
Incumbent may be subjected to extreme temperatures wetness/humidity respiratory hazards and noise and vibration
Incumbent may be subjected to moving mechanical parts vibrations fumes odors dust poor ventilation chemicals oils extreme temperatures inadequate lighting workspace restrictions intense noises and travel
The work will occur in an office and field environment. While performing the duties and responsibilities the employee may be exposed to loud noise noxious odors unsanitary conditions chemicals electricity moving mechanical parts varying weather conditions and other related conditions and situations. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: fumes odors dust mists gases or poor ventilation
Machines tools equipment Software and hardware
Some geotechnical engineering lab equipment field drilling machines and engineering software such as Pavement ME Design Lpile Shaft and Slope stability software etc.
Protective equipment required
Hard hat gloves safety goggles reflective vest or jacket protective toe work boots. Sometimes safety lanyards when close to steep slopes and drilled shaft excavations
Selection Procedure
Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must pass a preemployment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safetysensitive
Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
