Sr Civil Design Engineer

Overview

On Site
Full Time

Skills

Engineering Design
Structural Engineering
Supervision
Estimating
Accountability
Mentorship
Presentations
Report Writing
MicroStation
Design Software
Management
Mathcad
Inspection
Civil Engineering
Training

Job Details

General Summary:

Performs a variety of engineering design/check/review and supervisory functions.

Essential Job Functions:
  • Perform highway/structure engineering design functions without supervision and guidance, including engineering computations, specifications, cost estimates, checking, reviewing, report writing, etc.
  • Directly assist Project Engineers and Work Group Leaders on all projects.
  • Demonstrate and promote accountability.
  • Conduct and/or assist in visits to project sites, project status meetings, and public meetings.
  • Mentor less experienced staff.
  • ssist in developing the skills and knowledge of coworkers.
  • ssist with preparation of proposals, letters of interest, supplements, etc.
  • ssist in preparation of specifications.
  • Review design and/or shop drawings.
  • Implement project work plan.
  • Keep up to date with new design technology, construction equipment, and bridge design/construction advancements.
  • ttend field views and meetings as required to provide technical input.
  • Provide design support for workshare with other offices.
  • May act as Work Group Leader on minor projects or portions of larger projects.
  • May perform bridge inspection (structures group) as abilities permit.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Knowledge of PennDOT and other clients' design manuals, procedures, specifications, standards, computer programs, applicable design codes, engineering software, and plan presentation format.
  • Knowledge of Design Procedures.
  • Knowledge of technical report writing.
  • bility to use computer software and other online resources.
  • Knowledge of Bentley MicroStation design software.
  • bility to perform complex design tasks independently.
  • ssist in the preparation of specifications.
  • bility to perform Cross-Discipline Reviews.
  • bility to supervise other members of the design team.
  • bility to communicate with coworkers, clients, and the public in a courteous and professional manner.
  • bility to travel with infrequent overnight stays.
  • bility to check or review design and drawings of structural elements.
  • Knowledge of construction techniques for highways/structures.
  • Skilled in using word processing, spreadsheet applications, Bluebeam, and "MATHCAD."
Highway Specific:
  • bility to assemble Design Criteria, L/G/T, DFV design submissions.
Structure Specific:
  • bility to assemble Pro-Team, TS&L, and Foundation Submissions.
Bridge Inspection:
  • bility/experience to perform all Team Leader functions.
Education and Experience Required:
  • BS degree in civil engineering.
  • PE license and minimum four (4) years of progressively responsible design experience.
OR
  • Minimum ten (10) years of progressively responsible design experience with no PE license.
  • ttain training prerequisites according to SAI schedules.
Relationship to Others:
  • Reports to Department Manager.
  • Works with other Engineers, Inspectors, Designers, and Draftspersons.
  • Receives assignments from Department Manager, Project Managers, and Project Engineers.
  • Receives guidance from Work Group Leaders.
  • Provides guidance to Engineers, Inspectors, Designers, and Draftspersons.
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