Civil Engineer V - Structural Materials Engineer Job Listing at State of Vermont in Berlin, VT (Job ID 67FFE4E9-9489-4)

Description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation is seeking a highly skilled Structural Materials Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will lead the Structural Materials unit within the Materials Testing and Certification section of the Construction and Materials Bureau. The successful candidate will demonstrate advanced engineering expertise, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to executing assignments in accordance with state and federal guidelines.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supervise the Structural Materials unit to ensure compliance with laws, policies, and procedures.
• Plan and direct field studies, identify improvement needs, and develop improvement programs.
• Manage section budgets, set work priorities, and represent the Agency at hearings and public meetings.
• Maintain the operability and accreditation of testing laboratories, including documentation management.
• Serve as the liaison for highway construction structural materials, facilitate the introduction of new technologies into projects, and chair the Concrete Technical Committee.
• Investigate in-service structural materials performance, conduct testing, and provide recommendations.
• Represent VTrans on regional and national committees, participating in annual meetings and sub-committees.

 

The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Experience in materials sampling, testing, and certification, with a focus on highway construction structural materials.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal guidelines, AASHTO accreditation requirements, and quality assurance programs.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Who May Apply

This position, Civil Engineer V (Job Requisition #50162), is open to all State employees and external applicants.
If you would like more information about this position, please contact Nick Van Den Berg at nick.vandenberg@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 seven (7) years of engineering experience INCLUDING licensure as a Professional Engineer.
OR
Associates degree civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND ten (10) years of engineering experience INCLUDING licensure as a Professional Engineer.

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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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.

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