(1) Transportation Engineer 3 - District 8 Capital Programs Administration - Construction / Test Lab

Licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as group or project leader providing work direction & training to engineering technicians &/or lower-level engineers or 12 mos. exp. in conducting engineering related research (i.e., conducting engineering related research only applies to staff specialist positions); if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.

-Or licensed as registered professional engineer by Ohio State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 2, 85642; if assigned to operate a state vehicle to travel to & inspect project sites, must possess valid driver’s license.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

“We are seeking motivated engineers, licensed in the State of Ohio, with strong communication and problem-solving skills to provide contract administration and field engineering functions for bridge and roadway construction projects in Southwest Ohio in addition to assisting the District Engineer of Testing with their daily duties. Additionally, individuals must be adept at leading a diverse team and developing staff to achieve their fullest potential.”

Position Description 

In District Capital Programs Administration/Test Lab, acts as first line supervisor over lower level transportation engineers &/or transportation technicians &/or other support personnel engaged in the inspection of materials (e.g., provides developmental opportunities, coaches staff to foster development, focuses on job satisfaction, assigns work & monitors progress, evaluates performance, recommends discipline if necessary, provides feedback, approves time off; reviews & approves goals & objectives proposed by staff; oversees employees training & development). Ensures compliance with plans, specifications, special provisions, state & federal regulations; ensures construction materials for all aspects of project(s) will achieve plan & specification intent & routinely reviews construction diaries, inspection reports, &/or material test reports completed by transportation technicians &/or transportation engineers &/or other support personnel.  Uses computer & related software (e.g., ProVal) to ensure smoothness on all bridge &/or pavement jobs. Signs plans & documents (e.g., finalized & certifies material acceptance) as registered professional engineer. 

Manages District asphalt production (e.g., contractor & district’s schedules & payments (i.e., incentive/discount) for asphalt material).  Reviews, updates, maintains, records, & finalizes material on District construction projects in order to issue the material certification letter.  Reviews & analyzes material problems on construction projects; identifies issues & recommends solutions. Conducts field reviews at project site(s) to ensure proper implementation/documentation of materials for project adaptability.  Evaluates test reports & processes change orders for deficient materials.  Advises District Testing Engineer (DET) on project status; uses computer & related software (e.g., SiteManager) to collect & analyze data & review information (e.g., cost estimates, pay book documentation, daily inspector reports, material test results); investigates project related complaints.  Represents the Department &/or DET at statewide committees, meetings &/or conferences. 

Serves as liaison between laboratory, District, & industry personnel.  Performs miscellaneous duties to facilitate the operational efficiency of the work unit (e.g., reads publications & manuals to keep pace with changes in technology, industry standards, regulations, & procedures; maintains & updates project files; attends training, conferences & meetings; provides training on work related procedures & technological changes).  Performs other job-related duties as required

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage


• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period


• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year


• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave


• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)


• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

- All exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one year probationary period.

- All exempt promotions are required to serve a 6 month probationary period.

-This position is overtime exempt based on FLSA Standards.

-This position has been designated as a Career Professional position per the Ohio Revised Code 5501.20.

-The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.  An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

-All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States.  Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation. 

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Who We Are:

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation’s 5th largest interstate system and the 3rd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency’s vision every day\: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization. 

ODOT's Mission Statement:

To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.

Benefits to you:

-Extensive benefits including medical, vision, dental and basic life insurance

-11 paid holidays per year

-Paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave accruals

-At least a 14% employer contribution in to your OPERS pension plan

-Pay increases pursuant to the OCSEA Collective Bargaining Agreement

-Employee Tuition reimbursement programs

-Work/Life Balance

-The opportunity to work on an important mission