Engineer Roadway Design

Title: Engineer Roadway Design

State Role Title: Architect/Engineer I

Hiring Range: $71,867-$116,784

Pay Band: 5

Agency: VA Dept of Transportation

Location: Culpeper District Complex

Agency Website: https://www.vdot.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

VDOT’s Culpeper Location & Design Team has an exciting career opportunity for a Roadway Design Engineer. Successful candidate will be responsible for designing and producing plans for a wide range of transportation projects using OpenRoads Designer, MicroStation and other computer design software.

As an Engineer Roadway Design, your core responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Develop and review sub-components and complete roadway designs using automated engineering and design software from scoping to advertisement for a wide range of transportation projects.

Demonstrates customer service and work habits that reflect the VDOT Values, and coordinates the flow of information both orally and in writing.

Analyze and interpret engineering data and information. Prepare complete, clear and concise reports and recommendations.

Complete roadway design tasks in MicroStation, GeoPak, Igrds, PPMS, PCES and other non-CADD applications.

Plan, schedule and coordinate engineering program activities such that deliverables are met within the established scope and timeline.

Manage special program initiatives and projects as assigned. Serve and represent VDOT or assigned program area on various committees and work groups.

Use established VDOT policies and procedures in the development and delivery of engineering projects. Engineering projects are completed in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations.

Establish an effective line of communication between VDOT, contractors, government agencies and the public. Investigate issues and resolve complaints.

Assist in the management of projects and tasks including development of and managing the scope, schedule, budget, deliverables, change management, quality, and status reports

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with diverse audiences.

• Experience in roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, specifications and materials.

• Experience applying design standards, specifications, policies and procedures.

• Experience applying civil engineering principles as they relate to roadway design and standard design technical knowledge.

• Skill in building networks and relationships with employees, field personnel, contractors, manufacturers and FHWA representatives.

• Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering and design software.

• Ability to plan and schedule work.

• Skill in delivering exemplary customer service

• Knowledge of principles of roadway safety that impact roadway standards and special designs.

Additional Considerations

• Experience in roadway design and project management for transportation projects.

• A combination of training, experience or education in Civil Engineering or related field desired.

• Engineering in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application or optional resume; therefore, those who fully represent their qualifications will be more successful with obtaining an interview. Submitting an incomplete application or resume lacking relevant experience detail may impact interview eligibility. State applications or resumes submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
We are a "Virginia Values Veterans" (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
VDOT utilizes a market-based pay program, which has been approved by DHRM. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.

Why Choose VDOT:
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers core benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, and leave programs. Employees participate in a State Retirement Plan; a tax-deferred Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching provision is also available. Also, the State funds a Short- and Long-Term Disability Program. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, training and tuition assistance programs, wellness programs, etc.

VDOT employees have Shared Values and abide by a Code of Ethics. Our culture includes teamwork, transparency, nimble learning, creativity, and collaboration of work that values differences. We encourage all those who apply to review our values and ethics. Click here to review http://www.virginiadot.org/about/mission andvalues.asp. If you share these values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.
VDOT is driven by safety, service to the community, and commitment to excellence! If you are driven by innovation and a passion for roadway maintenance, we want you to join our team to keep Virginia moving. As an Engineer Roadway Design, you will use our foundational drivers to play a crucial role in shaping the highways that connect communities and drive progress across the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Contact Information

Name: Alyssa Allen

Phone: 540-642-8401

Email: Alyssa.allen@vdot.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.