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Ohio Department of Transportation · 3 days ago

State Construction Structural Engineer, Transportation Engineer 4, Office of Construction Administration, PN 20050502

Columbus, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$43.09/hr - $61.56/hr

2+ years exp

The Ohio Department of Transportation is seeking a State Structures Staff Specialist Engineer to lead the development and implementation of statewide structures policies and quality assurance programs. This role involves providing expert technical oversight, supporting innovation in construction methods, and ensuring consistency across districts through training and policy development.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the Structures Staff Specialist, developing engineering policies and plans for complex or unique projects with significant organizational impact

Chair the Structures Specification Committee, updating and publishing the State of Ohio Construction & Material Specification (C&MS) book and the Construction Inspection Manual

Conduct Technical Process Reviews (TPRs), prepare annual Quality Assurance Reports (QARs), and perform on-site evaluations for contract and specification compliance

Advise on contract administration, change orders, and emergency requests, acting as a liaison between Central Office, Districts, and industry

Research and incorporate best practices and new technologies statewide, including reviewing other states’ practices

Develop and deliver online training courses for local governments, construction staff, and contractor associations using Microsoft Office

Qualification

Civil EngineeringPolicy DevelopmentQuality AssuranceTechnical OversightSpecification DevelopmentTraining & OutreachMicrosoft OfficeAttention to Detail

Required

Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors

2 yrs. exp. as group or project leader or supervisor providing work direction & training to employees engaged in engineering projects

2 yrs. exp. in managing engineering research projects (i.e., managing research projects applies only to staff specialist positions)

If assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver's license

Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors

12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 3, 85643

If assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver's license

Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration

Benefits

Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.

Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.

Receive 11 paid holidays per year.

Receive regular pay increases; 1st increase after 4 months.

Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period.

Experience growth opportunities within organization.

Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.

Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

Company

Ohio Department of Transportation

With a mission to provide easy movement of people and goods from place to place, the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is responsible for maintaining one of the largest transportation networks in the nation.

Founded in 1972

Columbus, Ohio, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.epa.state.oh.us

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