Bridge Maintenance Engineer
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Job Location:
Helena, MT - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree from an ABET accredited engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis steel design and reinforced concrete design.
- Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
- Certifications licensure or other credentials include Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered.
- Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire.
- Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.
Required Application Materials:
- A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the 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.
Other Information:
- 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.
- 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. (if applicable)
- 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 injury-free 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 E-Verify and is unable to hire F-1 STEM OPT visa candidates.
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for Bridge Maintenance Engineer. This position ensures that bridges and other transportation structures under MDTs jurisdiction remain safe for the traveling public. The role involves evaluating the structural vulnerability of these facilities by reviewing NBIS bridge inspection reports performing field assessments or remote evaluations recommending repair and mitigation strategies and overseeing the maintenance and repair of structurally or safety deficient bridges and structures statewide.
Joining the MDT Bridge Bureau means joining a committed and loyal team of approximately sixty professionals in the bridge design bridge management bridge inspection and bridge project management fields. We serve with pride and use our guiding principles of engineering excellence teamwork and innovation to provide outstanding customer service to the people of Montana. The wide breadth of experience within the Bridge Bureau provides an exceptional environment to develop your leadership engineering and project management skills all while having the support and collaboration of the best bridge engineering staff in the state.
As part of our team you can expect to be treated with respect and professionalism. The work we do is critical to public safety and you will find a strong team in the Bridge Bureau to help support your professional success. Recognition at all levels is commonplace laughter and positive reinforcement is frequent and you can look forward to the reward of solving highly complex and critical structural engineering challenges that make a difference in the lives of everyday Montanans.
For a full job description please contact Angela Murolo 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 low-cost 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: Skills and Abilities:
- Thorough knowledge of the theory principles methods and techniques of Civil Engineering and the associated mathematics and physical sciences especially the methods and practices of bridge structural analysis.
- Familiarity with industry standards and specifications bridge design and load rating standards bridge and tunnel inspection standards bridge and road construction methods and policies industry guidelines and practices.
- Skill in effective written and verbal communications at performing engineering analyses and applying engineering concepts techniques and procedures to a variety of situations and circumstances. This position must be skilled at evaluating structural problems by examining evidence discussions with peers and inspection personnel reviewing calculations and contract documents to determine proper course of action; and skill in drawing conclusions and making recommendations based on ambiguous or conflicting information.
- This position requires skill in applying engineering judgment when interpreting design guidelines and standards preparing calculations reports and other documentation necessary to complete inspection repair maintenance and design projects.
Key Skills
- Construction Inspection
- Microsoft Office
- Microstation
- Construction Experience
- Financial Report Writing
- Mathcad
- CAD
- Adobe Bridge
- Project Engineering
- Autocad
- Geometry
- Contracts
About Company
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