Arizona Department of Transportation · 6 hours ago
Pre-Design Engineer ($4,000 Hiring Incentive)
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelThe Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) is driving the future of transportation with a diverse and innovative team. This role is responsible for preparing and reviewing project scoping documentation and ensuring compliance with state and federal design requirements.
AssociationGovernmentTransportation
No H1B
Hiring Manager
Vanessa McHugh
Responsibilities
Manages, prepares and reviews project scoping documentation ensuring completeness and compliance with State and Federal requirements - including project Assessment Reports, Planning Level Scoping Reports, L/DCR, ADA Feasibility Reports, AASHTO Reports, Cost Estimates and Project Schedules, and Design Exception/Variance Reports, Memos, and Letters as required
Participates in the development, review and updating of Roadway Design Standards, Processes and Guidelines through research and by applying a current knowledge and understanding of industry technical research and design best practices
Implement and support the implementation of Performance Based Practical Design (PBPD) concepts and approach on all projects
Provide technical support and expertise in developing solutions that meet the project's objectives and need and ensure proper documentation of decisions and scope
Represents Section, Group and ADOT at various meetings, site visits, and tasks force and research projects with other Sections, Groups, outside agencies, consultants and stakeholders
Perform compliance reviews of project scoping and technical reports, design/construction documentation, and others to ensure compliance with state and federal guidance and requirements
Assist with the preparation and review of design and construction documentation (including calculations, drafting and design/construction documentation) in compliance with State and Federal requirements
Provide technical expertise and representation in legal proceedings and addressing roadway technical design criteria standards and practices in response to legal questions, inquiries related to roadway design claims or other matters
Qualification
Required
Education includes a BS in Civil Engineering or closely related field and various employer training courses and seminars relevant to position
Arizona PE Licensure is required for this position
A candidate who holds an active PE in another state will be required to meet registration requirements set forth by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration and attain an Arizona PE from the Board within 6 months of employment start date
A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is to be an authorized state driver
This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply
Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver's license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver's license record checks
The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended
Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training
An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance
Preferred
Experience equivalent to a Transportation Engineer
Some out of town travel may be required for this position
Benefits
Affordable medical, dental, life, and short-term disability insurance plans
Top-ranked retirement and long-term disability plans
Accrued vacation at 4.00 hours bi-weekly for the first 3 years
Sick days at 3.70 hours bi-weekly
10 paid holidays per year
Deferred compensation plan
Wellness plans
Great Work Life Balance!
Company
Arizona Department of Transportation
Arizona Department Of Transportation is a government organization that offers online, driver, vehicle, and professional services.
Founded in 1974
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Chuck Stojakovich
Deputy Chief Human Resources Officer
Doanh Bui
CIO
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