Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 (Brdg. Inspect. Eng.) - Bureau of Brdg. & Strs.

Are you looking for a career that is out of the ordinary? Do you have a passion for public service and its ever-changing landscape? Do you like work that is continuously developing and changing? As the next transportation engineer licensed specialist 13, you’ll have the opportunity to bring impactful insight, knowledge and analytical thinking to this role. This will directly contribute to enhancing Michigan’s transportation system operations and the team’s success. You'll also have the chance to work with a team that appreciates your dedication to the work you do. As a transportation engineer licensed specialist 13 within the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Bureau of Bridges and Structures, your expertise in analysis, coordination and attention to detail will directly contribute to enhancing the department overall. Your problem-solving skills and collaborative mindset will be invaluable in troubleshooting issues and ensuring optimal performance on the different projects you will be working on. You'll have the chance to work with a team that appreciates your dedication to resolving technical challenges efficiently. At MDOT, we believe in investing in our team members' growth. You'll have access to continuous learning opportunities, professional development resources, and the chance to expand your skill set in a supportive and stimulating environment. So, take the next step in your career and go the extra mile and begin your journey with MDOT today. As the next transportation engineer licensed specialist 13 bridge inspection engineer, you would be responsible for: • Serving as the department’s statewide specialist for the inspection of the big bridge inventory. This includes bridges with a deck area greater than 100,00 square feet; movable, complex and unique structures; and structures with fatigue-sensitive and nonredundant steel tension member (NSTM) details. Complex features include bridge component(s) or member(s) with advanced or unique structural members or operational characteristics, construction methods, and/or requiring specific inspection procedures. This includes mechanical and electrical elements of movable spans and cable-related members of suspension and cable-stayed superstructures. This position requires possession of status as a qualified team leader (QTL). • Supporting the bridge inspection program manager in the development and implementation of the quality assurance/ quality control (QA/QC) program for bridge inspections and evaluations at the statewide and regional levels. • Assisting in establishing alignment with bridge inspection policies and guidelines statewide and support with inspection related tasks. • Administering consultant contracts for the performance of project related tasks. Begin your journey with MDOT today! The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Transportation Engineer Licensed Specialist 13 position. For additional information, please see the links below: • Position Description • All about MDOT For information on benefits, visitwww.mi.gov/employeebenefitsor www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award. Education Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering. Experience Four years of professional experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including two years equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11 or one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 12 or Transportation Engineer Licensed 12. To be considered for this position you must: • Possession of a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan. • Possess a valid driver's license is required. • This position is required to operate a motor vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination with a Gross Weight Rating (GVWR) of between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds. This requires the ability to possess and maintain a valid Medical Examiners Certificate as a condition of employment. • If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. • Possess status as a Qualified Team Leader which includes: • Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course. • Successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last five years. • Successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last two years. • Successful completion of NHI-130078 Fracture Critical Inspection Techniques for Steel Bridges. View the entire job specification at: MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications. All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Logan Bristol at [email protected]. Apply tot his job