Engineer Materials

Responsibilities

• Oversee and close out engineering tasks for construction and maintenance projects.
• Develop and implement Materials Division engineering programs aligned with project design needs.
• Assess and integrate design recommendations into the appropriate Materials Division program areas.
• Provide technical support to field construction staff to resolve issues arising during construction.
• Deliver construction engineering support to VDOT, local governments, state agencies, and consultants.
• Offer technical guidance and training on assigned engineering program areas.
• Prepare analyses, reports, and recommendations based on engineering determinations.
• Provide engineering support and consultation for the designated program area.
• Manage assigned projects to ensure timely and accurate completion.
• Communicate with VDOT staff, local government staff, consultants, the public, and FHWA on transportation projects and programs.
• Analyze engineering data and produce clear, concise reports and recommendations.
• Maintain effective communication among VDOT, contractors, agencies and the public; investigate and resolve complaints.
• Conduct special investigations for Materials Division program areas; provide written remedial recommendations; evaluate repair strategies and economic impact.
• Apply established VDOT policies and procedures to deliver engineering projects in compliance with laws and regulations.
• Execute activities to meet engineering project needs; provide accurate oral and written reports to design units.
• Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities to meet scope, timeline and deliverables.
• Assist in project management, including scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports; manage multiple concurrent tasks with status updates.
• Provide engineering support across sections to ensure on time and on budget delivery; review consultant reports for completeness and accuracy; review plan and contract documents with comments; serve as a subject matter expert to field staff.
• Lead special program initiatives and represent VDOT on committees and work groups.
• Demonstrate customer service and teamwork aligned with VDOT values; ensure clear exchange of information orally and in writing.

Requirements

• Practical application of engineering principles.
• Strong written and verbal communication with diverse groups.
• Ability to convey recommendations to the project development team in both oral and written formats.
• Capability to draw conclusions from analysis, develop solutions, exercise independent judgment, and manage multiple assignments.
• Commitment to safety, advocating and practicing safe behaviors in daily work activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to establish engineering design parameters for assigned Materials Division program areas.
• Skill in interpreting technical data and maintaining detailed reports.
• Experience managing multiple projects and priorities with tight deadlines and limited resources.
• Ability to monitor workload and develop work plans to meet established deadlines.
• Capability to negotiate outcomes with diverse customer groups.
• Ability to provide detailed reports on review findings.
• Proficiency in reading and understanding highway construction plans.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and maneuver in irregular terrain.
• Willingness to work in environments with dust, vapors, heat, moisture and other challenging conditions.
• Knowledge of engineering specifications and standards.
• Knowledge of VDOT, state, and federal transportation policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of construction practices, engineering principles and construction materials.
• Knowledge of project management procedures and principles.
• Strong customer service skills for internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency with computers, MS Office, project management tools and engineering software.
• Ability to communicate and provide technical guidance and instruction to others.
• Ability to read and understand plan and contract documents.
• Experience applying materials principles to highway design, construction, and maintenance.
• Experience with engineering design principles and practices.
• Proficiency with various computer and software applications.
• Valid driver's license.
• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field is preferred.
• Professional Engineering License (PE).
• Professional engineering experience.

Technologies

• MS Office
• Project management software programs
• Engineering software programs

Competency Model

• Competency Model

Physical Requirements

• Compliance with the VDOT Code of Ethics and Commonwealth Standards of Conduct.
• VDOT Code of Ethics
• Standards of Conduct