Transportation Engineer 2 - Mercer Co.

Nature of Work **Disclaimer-this position will be considered classified-exempt and “at will.” The Transportation Engineer 2 will report to the District 10 Bridge Department. This position will perform full performance-level professional engineering work within the West Virginia Division of Highways [WVDOH]. Performs independent civil engineering design, project tracking, and technical review. May serve as Squad Leader II overseeing junior designers in Central Office or manage moderate-complexity district/central highway projects. Work involves establishing engineering standards, managing multi-million-dollar capital improvement programs, making binding high-level engineering determinations, directing consultant engineering contracts, and managing staff across technical and administrative functions. Incumbents exercise direct administrative and technical supervision over Transportation Engineers 1 and 2, Engineers-in-Training (EIT), Transportation Engineering Technicians [TRETs], and administrative personnel. Performs related work as required.

Travel may be required; therefore, a valid driver’s license is required.

Minimum Qualifications **Preference may be given to Candidates with these qualifications** TRAINING/EDUCATION

• Licensed Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of West Virginia (or licensed in another state with the ability to obtain WV P.E. registration by comity within 6 months of hire)
• Bachelor’s degree in civil, electrical, mechanical, industrial, petroleum, mining, environmental, engineering technology, or a related engineering field from an ABET-accredited program.

Note: For training/education, the qualifying degree must be verified before the employee is considered for employment. Please attach a degree transcript or diploma to the application.

RECOMMENDED EXPERIENCE

• Six + (6) years of progressive, professional civil engineering experience.

Preferred experience: At least one (1) year of post-licensure experience performing complex design/construction management or supervisory engineering duties. Other Information

• Candidate Contact Name: Holly Vest
• Phone Number: 304-716-3016
• Email Address: holly.l.vest@wv.gov

Benefits

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