CIVIL ENGINEER IV

State of New Hampshire Job Posting

Department of Transportation

Bureau of Bridge Design

70 Hazen Drive / Concord, NH

CIVIL ENGINEER IV

Multiple Positions Available

40 Hours per Week

$31.33/hour - $42.60/hour

*See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement.

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NHDOT Recruitment Brochure

The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Bridge Design has several full-time vacancies for Civil Engineer IV.

SUMMARY: To plan, evaluate and develop project plans and professional engineering functions for the Bureau of Bridge Design.

YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.

Experience: Four years' post baccalaureate experience in engineering.

OR

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.

Experience: Six (6) years' post baccalaureate experience in engineering.

OR

Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering or engineering technology.

Experience: Six (6) years' experience in civil engineering at a level equivalent to Civil Engineer I (or higher), plus two (2) additional years' experience in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

1. Must be a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire or a Licensed Professional Engineer in another state and obtain licensure in NH within one (1) year of employment. Licensure designation must be in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering.

2. Must possess a valid driver's license and/or have access to transportation for statewide travel.

3. The applicant's Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.

RECOMMENDED WORK TRAITS:

Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering with special reference to the activities of the appropriate specialty. Knowledge of modern methods and techniques as applied to the design, construction, maintenance and operation of public works. Knowledge of effective supervision. Ability to perform mathematical computations applicable to engineering surveying and design operations. Ability to prepare, interpret and utilize civil engineering plans, maps and specifications. Ability to plan and supervise the work of professional and technical assistants. Ability to make comprehensive recommendations on engineering problems. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, subordinates, consultants, contractors, and contractor's employees. Must be willing to maintain appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the agency appointing authority.

RESPONSIBILITES:

Develops and checks detailed contract bridge plans applying a broad knowledge of engineering principles and practices in accordance with state specifications and national engineering codes to provide plans for review and advertisement.

Performs and evaluates complex design calculations for concrete, steel and timber bridges and other highway related structures in compliance with office standards, state specifications and national engineering codes in order to provide safe economical structures and highways.

Develops and integrates computer aided design (CAD/D) and personal computer techniques to expedite engineering duties.

Develops preliminary bridge and roadway studies coordinating extensive engineering information to provide design alternatives for review.

Advises and resolves problems of less experienced design and technical personnel in order to assist in the proper development of projects and to promote an understanding of bureau policies, state specifications and national engineering codes.

Communicates with departmental bureaus and other agencies in order to facilitate the production of contract plans and ensure completeness, accuracy and consistency of the contract plans.

Checks fabricators' shop drawings and performs necessary engineering calculations for review of contractor falsework proposals to insure conformity with plans and design and office specifications.

Evaluates condition of existing structures and performs calculations to determine structural capacity to provide data for determining maintenance, rehabilitation of replacement needs.

Disclaimer Statement: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

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*TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION

The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including:

HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits:

The actual value of State-paid health benefits is based on the employee's union status, and employee per pay period health benefit contributions will vary depending on the type of plan selected.

See this link for details on State-paid health benefits:

Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay

Other Benefits:

* Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value)

* Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts

*State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan

*Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan

*$50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance

*Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500)

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