Engineer Senior Structure & Bridge, Safety Inspection

Title: Engineer Senior Structure & Bridge, Safety Inspection – Lynchburg District State Role Title: Architect/Engineer II
Hiring Range: $82,448 - $133,978
Pay Band: 6
Agency: VA Dept of Transportation
Location:  Lynchburg District Office
Agency Website: Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)'s Lynchburg District would like for strong structural engineers to consider an opportunity within our Bridge Inspection Program.
Below is a snapshot of what you will get to experience each day:
• Manage the load-rating program for in-service bridges and culverts in accordance with AASHTO requirements and VDOT policies and procedures.
• Assist with the coordination and quality assurance for in-house and consultant load ratings including those for municipalities and other external parties in accordance with National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS), Specifications for the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) and VDOT regulations.
• Assist with managing subordinate staff and other business matters related to the Safety Inspection load rating program.
You will also have the opportunity to perform load-rating analysis, assist with structural inspection for bridges, ancillary structures, and more, and advise district staff and other stakeholders. We are looking for qualified leaders in the structural engineering space; if you are an experienced bridge engineer with program management and administration experience, we'd love to consider you.
VDOT may offer relocation assistance to successful candidates who qualify.
This position is eligible for VDOT's Employee Referral Bonus Program. If you were referred to this opportunity by an existing VDOT employee, please be sure to answer the "How did you find out about this opportunity question" by selecting "Other" and entering their full name and either work email or phone number so we can be sure they are credited for any applicable rewards. Only one person may be entered.
In addition to a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, a $3,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates. Current VDOT employees are not eligible for the sign-on bonus. Minimum Qualifications • Experience applying civil engineering principles and practices related to structural engineering to include strength of materials, statics and structural analysis.
• Working knowledge of Bridge Rating Software such as AASHTOWare BrR.
• Ability to model a wide variety of structure types and configurations in order to determine the load carrying capacity in accordance with federal and state law, AASHTO guidelines and VDOT policy.
• Experience in structural steel design, reinforced and prestressed concrete design and soil mechanics.
• Knowledge of specifications, codes and regulations related to structural design including AASHTO and LRFD structural design standards).
• Ability to estimate quantities and costs of materials.
• Ability to interpret construction plans and design specifications.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing with internal and external customers.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Valid Professional Engineer's license required with the ability to obtain a Virginia Professional Engineer's license within 6 months of employment.

Additional Considerations • Knowledge and experience with the inspection of bridge, culvert, and ancillary structures (large highway signs, traffic signals and light poles) with preferred training in an approved ancillary inspection training course.
• Knowledge and experience with element-level bridge inspections in accordance with the AASHTO Manual for Bridge Element Inspection
• Skill in the use of applications for structural design and analysis. Knowledge of the AASHTOWare analysis software Br|R® (formerly Virtis®) and considerable experience and skill in the use for the analysis of steel, concrete and timber structures. Ability to interpret the analysis output and make recommendations for field posting restrictions based on the computational results.
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering with a focus in Structural Engineering
• Experience managing projects and knowledge of consultant contract administration procedures and documentation. Qualification as a Bridge Safety Inspection Team Leader as required by FHWA in the NBIS, NBI with knowledge and experience with element-level bridge inspections in accordance with the AASHTO Manual for Bridge Element Inspection.
• Experience in the design and analysis of bridges and structures and using AASHTO's LRFD design specifications.
• Experience in bridge design engineering, repair, and rehabilitation.

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.
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or resume is submitted successfully. Please refer to "Your Application" in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55 pm on the closing date through the PageUp System. State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State application and/or resume. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided on the application, therefore, it is essential to fully complete each section of the application and provide detailed information. Submitting an incomplete state application, or a state application lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent health and life insurance, benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short- and Long-Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.
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.
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Valid driver's license. References, work history, and professional certifications will be verified. Requires satisfactory results from a fingerprint-based criminal history record check and DMV driving record check. Position may be required to work during emergencies and inclement weather on nights, weekends, and holidays when needed.
The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is an Equal Opportunity Employer by both policy and practice. For more information about our employment practices, please visit "Information for VDOT Employees and Applicants":
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 Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: or call DARS at .
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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 .
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.