Title: Civil Engineer III - Pavement Materials
Berlin, VT, US
Overview
The Materials Section at the Vermont Agency of Transportation is hiring a Civil Engineer to work as a Pavement Materials Engineer. This position is within the Bituminous Material Unit, and will work closely with management to develop and implement Pavement Materials recommendations, conduct scoping and design efforts on Agency paving projects, and assist in the implementation of the paving specifications. As a Pavement Materials Engineer, this position collaborates closely with personnel in the Asset Management, Roadway Design, and Construction teams at the Agency.
Major job duties of this position may include:
- Review and development of material and pavement specification
- Review of mix designs and producer compliance with specification and quality assurance requirements
- Conducting materials investigations, pavement condition and structural evaluations
- Develop and implement requirements for Balanced Mix Design of asphalt mixtures
- Develop pavement thickness design, and materials recommendations
- Post-Construction pavement evaluation and failure investigations
- Pavement profiler operation and profile surface design
The ideal candidate enjoys problem solving, working both independently and as part of a team, spending time in both the field and office environments, and has excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position reports to the Construction and Materials Bureau Headquarters in Berlin, VT, and some remote work will be possible.
Who May Apply
This position, Civil Engineer III - Pavement Materials (Job Requisition #52043), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
Please Note: This position is being recruited at multiple levels. If you would like to be considered for more than one level, you MUST apply to the specific Job Requisition.
- Civil Engineer I: 52042
- Civil Engineer II: 52028
- Civil Engineer III: 52043
If you would like more information about this position, please contact ian.anderson@vermont.gov
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.
Environmental Factors
Duties are generally performed in both office and field settings for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND four (4) years of engineering experience.
OR
Associates degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND six (6) years of engineering experience INCLUDING licensure as an Engineer Intern.
Total Compensation
As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:
- 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
- Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
- State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
- Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
- Low cost group life insurance
- Incentive-based Wellness Program
- Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program
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