District Hydraulics Engineer Job at Virginia Dept of Transportation
VDOT’s Lynchburg District is seeking a
Hydraulics Engineer. Position
will develop and design hydraulic models and drainage design elements of right of way and construction roadway plans. Design drainage, erosion control, and storm water management plans for VDOT roadway projects. Review and approve hydrologic and hydraulic design plans developed by consulting engineers. Provide project management assistance complying with processes, schedules, budgets, design criteria, standards and specifications. Problem solve storm water management issues for field maintenance staff.
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.
In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDOT offers excellent benefits including competitive health and life insurance programs, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability Program, a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching,. Miscellaneous benefits include paid holidays, tuition assistance, wellness programs, etc.
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VDOT employees have Shared Values and a Code of Ethics.
http://www.virginiadot.org/about/missionandvalues.asp
We encourage all those who apply to review these values and ethics. If you share our values, we invite you to apply. Your success in our organization depends upon sharing these values and keeping this Code of Ethics.
Minimum Qualifications
Demonstrated experience applying civil engineering principles related to transportation, hydraulic and roadway design; applying hydrology and hydraulics design to include peak discharge, hydraulic analysis, open channel flow, flood routing, and culvert and storm sewer hydraulics. Experience applying roadway design criteria, construction methods, standards, and materials. Experience applying drainage policies and design procedures. Skill in the use of computers and software applications to include engineering design & analysis programs. Skill in the use of CADD drafting and design packages. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing. Valid driver’s license. Professional Engineer License.
Preferred Qualifications
Civil engineering or related degree preferred. Knowledge of VDOT storm water drainage policies, design procedures including VDOT Drainage Manual. Experience in Erosion and Control Design and/or Storm Water Management Design. Knowledge of VDOT Road and Bridge Specifications and Standards. Skill in use of Microstation and Open Roads Drainage (SUDA) software. Virginia DEQ Storm Water Management Plan Reviewer Certification.
Special Requirements
Valid operator’s license. References, work history, and DMV driving records will be verified. Selected applicant must complete a finger-print based criminal history records check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.
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”:
http://www.virginiadot.org/jobs/information_for_employees.asp
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. If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application.
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:
https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.
“
VDOT
utilizes a market based pay program, which has been approved by
DHRM
. Therefore, advertised rates of pay may or may not align with the Commonwealth pay bands.”
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