DESIGN ENGINEER (Civil Engineer I-III)
New Hampshire Department of Transportation
Concord, NH
State of New Hampshire Department of Transportation
Bureau of Highway Design
7 Hazen Drive, Concord, NH
Civil Engineer I, LG 18: $41,704.00 – $57,699.20/year
Civil Engineer II, LG 21: $47,070.40 – $66,019.20/year
Civil Engineer III, LG 24: $53,268.80 – $75,296.00/year
40 Hours per week
Multiple positions available
Additional years of relevant work experience may be substituted for education
SUMMARY:
CIVIL ENGINEER I: Performs entry-level civil engineer duties during assignment to seven bureaus withing the DOT over an 18-month period, which allows exposure to a variety of engineering disciplines.
CIVIL ENGINEER II: To perform basic engineering duties for a variety of engineering projects.
CIVIL ENGINEER III: To supervise and coordinate complex engineering activities for a group of highway projects in the Highway Design Bureau.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
CIVIL ENGINEER I:
Observes the inspection of construction materials to ensure compliance with material specifications.
Reviews and checks project records and documentation to determine quantities upon which payment to contractors is based.
Compiles information, performs basic design functions and computes quantities.
Reviews construction plans for compliance, evaluates proposed improvements and prepares design plans.
Observes batch plan operations, performing engineering material laboratory tests and reviewing mix designs
Sets up and operates survey equipment, tabulates data, performs calculations.
Checks and performs calculations for highway and/or bridge design layout work and drainage.
CIVIL ENGINEER II:
Compiles information, performs basic design, computes quantities and reviews highway plans.
Reviews engineering plans to evaluate proposed improvements and ensure compliance with standards.
Communicates with other Bureaus to gather information for highway plans.
Assists in training subordinates to increase their technical knowledge and skills.
Monitors progress of work to meet established schedules.
CIVIL ENGINEER III:
Analyzes, designs, and documents engineering tasks.
Supervises, trains and directs subordinates to achieve specific engineering goals.
Communicates and coordinates with individuals and organizations to gather input for projects.
Drafts technical reports and correspondence for project development.
Instructs and supervises team members in the preparation of plans, specifications, and estimates
YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS!
Under a recent change to the rules, an applicant’s relevant experience now counts towards formal education degrees referenced in the posting! See Per 405.01
1.5 Years of additional relevant experience = Associate’s Degree
3 Years of additional relevant experience – Bachelor’s Degree
4.5 Years additional relevant experience = Master’s Degree
*Please note – months of relevant experience used as an educational equivalent cannot also be used to fulfill any experience requirement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
CIVIL ENGINEER I:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: No experience required.
OR
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering or engineering technology.
Experience: Two years of post graduate experience in engineering in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician.
License/Certification:
Must possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate issued by the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification. (Bachelor’s degree applicants not possessing an E.I.T. Certificate may be hired at a one-salary grade reduction.)
Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or have access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
CIVIL ENGINEER II:
Education: Master’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: No experience required.
OR
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: Eighteen months of post baccalaureate experience in the practice of engineering.
OR
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering or engineering technology.
Experience: Eighteen months of experience in the practice of engineering at a level equivalent to Civil Engineer I (or higher), plus two additional years of experience in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician.
License/Certification:
Must possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate issued by the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification. (Bachelor’s degree applicants not possessing an E.I.T. Certificate may be hired at a one-salary grade reduction.)
Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or have access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
CIVIL ENGINEER III:
Education: Master’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: Two years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering.
OR
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering.
Experience: Four years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering.
OR
Education: Associate’s degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in an engineering or engineering technology.
Experience: Four years of experience in the practice of engineering at a level equivalent to Civil Engineer I (or higher), plus two additional years of experience in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician.
License/Certification:
Must possess an Engineer-in-Training Certificate issued by the NH Office of Professional Licensure and Certification.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and/or have access to transportation for statewide travel. The applicant’s Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All accountabilities must be performed in accordance with State and Department rules and policies, including risk management, safety and environmental standards, regulations and administrative orders.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a 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.
For additional information contact James Marshall, Administrator, at 603-271-2171 or at [email protected].
Go to https://das.nh.gov/jobsearch/ to register and save your contact information, education, work experience and 2 references, then Search Jobs for Job ID 28876 to submit your application. For assistance with online application submissions, contact Krista Robichaud, Recruitment Specialist, at 603-271-8026 or at [email protected] .
EOE
TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964
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. Value of State’s share of Employee’s Retirement: 14.53% 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)