Transportation Engineer Associate I (61034543)

Job Responsibilities

Inspects assigned contractors work to ensure that work is in accordance with the plans, contract, SCDOT Standard Specifications, and Standard Drawings. Performs work in specialized areas of asphalt, earthwork, and foundations. Completes traffic control and erosion control inspections and associated reports. Obtains samples and certifications of materials to submit to the laboratory for testing and acceptance. Inputs sample and certification data in Site Manager. Reviews sampling requirements and test results to ensure that adequate samples have been obtained to represent materials used during construction. Performs office work involving engineering data as well as compiling quantities, preparing reports and as-built construction plans. Monitors contractor and department personnel staking of construction items; checks contractors staking for accuracy and ensures that any necessary changes are made in a timely manner. Performs topographical surveys on material pits and computes quantities for payout. Computes grades for all types of bridge and roadway construction plans. Assists with emergency and inclement weather operations, may include extended hours and/or 12 hour shifts.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.

Additional Comments

A resume may be included but NOT substituted for completing the education, work experience, or any other sections of the application. Supplemental Questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.

Non-Discrimination Statement:The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. May be required to work overtime, nighttime, and/or weekends during hazardous weather or emergencies.