State of Montana

Bridge Load Rating QA Structural Engineer

State of Montana$75K — $95K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program, focusing on civil structural engineering courses.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Montana or eligibility for registration through Comity.
  • Completion of an FHWA-approved NBIS bridge inspection training course with at least a 70% score, or certification within 6 months after hiring.
  • Graduate degrees with a focus on structural analysis and design may be considered.
  • Combination of relevant work experience and education equivalent to minimum qualifications may be accepted.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical lead for statewide bridge load rating and inspection processes.
  • Administer MDT's Load Rating Quality Assurance to meet NBIS standards.
  • Coordinate with Motor Carrier Services concerning overweight vehicle permitting.
  • Assist in bridge maintenance and manage the scour program.
  • Collaborate with the Bridge Inspection QA Engineer to achieve program objectives.
  • Travel statewide to review bridge inspections and collaborate with bridge inspectors.

Benefits

  • Eligibility for a $5000 sign-on bonus.
Full Job Description
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Bridge Load Rating QA Engineer. This position is an experienced and licensed professional structural engineer that provides statewide technical lead for bridge load rating, overweight vehicle permitting, and bridge condition inspection. The position is an expert in load rating and one or more major types of bridges such as steel girders, trusses, timber, prestressed concrete, or others. This position also administers MDT's Load Rating Quality Assurance (QA) to meet NBIS requirements, coordinates bridge operations with Motor Carrier Services, and assists with the bridge maintenance and scour program. This position collaborates closely with the Bridge Inspection QA Engineer to meet program objectives. The Load Rating QA Engineer travels statewide approximately 15% of the time, to work with bridge inspectors and review bridge inspections and repairs and reports to the Bridge Load Rating Program Manager.



The successful candidate for this position is eligible for a $5000 sign-on bonus. For more information, please contact MDT People Operations Bureau.

Required Education and Experience:
• A bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET accredited engineering program that includes civil structural engineering courses in structural analysis, steel design, and reinforced concrete design.
• Graduate degrees with concentrations in structural analysis and design will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Montana. Incumbents with PE registration in another State that are eligible for PE registration in Montana through Comity will be considered.
• Proof of successful completion (minimum 70% passing score) of a Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) approved comprehensive NBIS bridge inspection training course and certification as an NBIS Team Leader, or successful course completion and certification within 6 months of hire.
• Alternative qualifications include: Any combination of additional related work experience and education equivalent to the minimum qualifications.

Required Application Materials:
  • A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
  • A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.

Your online application and all required materials must be submitted before midnight on the closing date. Ensure all materials submitted are selected as "Relevant."

If you need an accommodation with the application process, please contact the HR representative listed below.

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