Civil Engineer Specialist â Pavement Designer
Civil Engineer Specialist â Pavement Designer
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Required Education and Experience:
(All levels require a combination of education and experience equivalent to Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering Civil Engineering Technology or a closely related field of study. Related degrees may include Environmental Engineering Geologic/Geotechnical Engineering Materials Engineer Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Science)
Entry Level Civil Engineering Specialist Level 1 ($31.04)
Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
MidLevel Civil Engineering Specialist Level 2 ($32.31)
This position also requires a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
Certifications licensure or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
Top Level Civil Engineering Specialist Level 3 ($37.36)
This position also requires a minimum of 2 years to 4 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
Certifications licensure or other credentials include: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE) Engineering Intern Certification (EIT) or licensed Professional Engineer.
This agency may use a training assignment. Employees in training assignments may be paid below the base pay established by the agency pay rules. Conditions of the training assignment will be stated in writing at the time of hire.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Conducts and coordinates complex pavement engineering to determine the most appropriate pavement designs for major highway construction projects.
- Formulates engineering investigations and develops surfacing design alternatives based on project scope and budget.
- Organizes and writes comprehensive reports to present findings and recommendations; prepares special provisions and cost estimates.
- Knowledge of the theories concepts and principles pavement engineering.
- Skill in reading and interpreting complex plans and special provisions.
- Ability to investigate analyze and form objective solutions to engineering problems with sound engineering judgment.
- The capability to present and defend ideas policy standard procedure and emerging technology.
Other Information
Drivers record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicants permanent driving records. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201 State Vehicle Use and MDT Policy #6.03.001 State Vehicle Use Policy are conditions of employment.
This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Nonbargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant the nonbargaining unit applicants may be considered. However bargaining unit applicants will have preference.
The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women racial and ethnic minorities people with disabilities and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division at 406.444.6054.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes and to achieving an injuryfree workplace.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana. MDT is not enrolled in EVerify and is unable to hire F1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
State government does not discriminate based on race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression pregnancy childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth age physical or mental disability genetic information marital status creed political beliefs or affiliation veteran status military service retaliation or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.
TheMontana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Civil Engineer Specialist in the Pavement Design section. Positions in the Pavement Design section are responsible for conducting indepth engineering and analysis and project design. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines knowledge and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.
This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities.
For a full job description please contact Heather Morgan at
Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:
Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
Health Dental and Vision Insurance
Access to Montana Health Centers lowcost clinics for state employees and their families
State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
Paid vacation sick leave and holidays
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
Benefits apply on first day of employment
Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
For information on the Montana Department of Transportations mission vision and values please visit our website: Application Materials:
A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
A cover letter describing how your knowledge skills and competencies would make you the best candidate for this position.
Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as Relevant.
If you need an accommodation with the application process please contact the HR representative listed below.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full Time
