State of Tennessee · 22 hours ago
TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 3-4* - 01272026-74462
Davidson County, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$68K/yr - $88K/yr
3+ years expThe State of Tennessee is responsible for maintaining and improving transportation systems within the state. The Transportation Engineering Specialist role involves planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining these systems while providing technical support and guidance to various stakeholders.
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Responsibilities
Understand and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and design criteria in accordance with technical manuals to develop and/or implement detailed specifications for projects
Work to understand criteria and key components of technical disciplines within the Project Delivery Network (PDN)
Utilize various software platforms in designing and maintaining transportation systems
Ensure quality of work product meets or exceeds standards
Assist with implementing proactive solutions for engineering concerns to ensure the needs of the project are met
Work to ensure project continuity through collaboration and effective communication with the project team and internal stakeholders
Submit updates to schedules to document the progress of projects through the project life cycle
Work to identify infrastructure issues of transportation components for maintenance, repair, safety, environmental, and operational needs
Work to plan, develop, and assemble transportation infrastructure plans and supporting documents with the latest CADD computer technology
Responsible for the completion of applicable project deliverables in the planning, design, and construction phase, and for the identification of issues that might impact critical path work items on complex projects
Identify transportation infrastructure issues and provide solutions for maintenance, repair, safety, environmental, and operational needs
Design and graphically depict project components by creating plans for TDOT projects utilizing department specifications for complex projects
Identify conflicts in the proposed design, including constructability and maintainability concerns, make recommendations, and coordinate on proactive solutions with other disciplines while ensuring the needs of the project are met within the pre-determined scope, schedule, and budget
Work to determine and implement design criteria that applies a context sensitive approach to complex projects for which risk is highest, balancing both safety and cost effectiveness with environmental factors and community input
Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to others within the project team or discipline group
Develop and implement innovative processes and design elements that will improve efficiency and safety
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management
1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 1
2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 2 with a Bachelor's Degree or 1 Year with a Master's Degree
3 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 with a Bachelor's Degree or 2 Years with a Master's Degree
Knowledge of engineering principles, potentially within a specific discipline as they relate to transportation projects
Knowledgeable in the use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems
Skilled in basic technical writing
Ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner
Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed
Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions
Ability to learn technical concepts and apply those concepts to work
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Ability to conduct work with a high degree of accuracy
Preferred
Skilled in strong technical writing
Ability to work within a project team
Ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed
Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment
Ability to coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team to proactively identify and resolve complex, multidisciplinary issues which may impact project scope, schedule, and/or budget
Company
State of Tennessee
State government is the largest employer in Tennessee, with approximately 43,500 employees in the three branches of government.
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