Engineer – Journey Level 1

Purpose/Description

The Engineer - Journey Level will assist the higher-level engineer. This position can be assigned to one of the multiple offices within the Roads Maintenance Division and performs engineering duties in Construction, Structures/Bridges, Traffic or Administration overseeing construction of roads, bridges, pumphouses traffic maintenance and stormwater systems. The Journey Level Engineer, under the general direction of a Senior Licensed Engineer and/or Division Director; will independently perform various complex assignments related to any Road Maintenance Operational need such as Traffic and Construction inspection of the Roads Maintenance Division projects and activities. May be responsible for supervising and coordinating the work of lower-level engineers, and other employees. All engineering classifications within the Roads Maintenance Division creates a pathway to advance, promote, transfer or change career path. A Journey Level Engineer I will be eligible to be reclassified to a Journey Level Engineer II upon obtaining their PE/PS. The Construction Section Journey Level Engineers assist in Roads Maintenance Operation activities.

• Educational Requirements/Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's of Science Degree in Civil/Construction Engineering from an accredited college or university; AND
  • More than 3 years' experience including at least (18) months of Roads Maintenance Construction/Design (located in the Roads Maintenance Division under Traffic Operations, Roads Maintenance, Bridges/Structures and Administration)
  • Additionally, experience should include three (3) months in Engineering Survey.
  • Passed FE license exam; or alternatives accepted by State of Michigan or 5 years' experience including (9) months' experience in Construction Engineering and (9) months of Design Engineering (without FE).
  • Maintain a valid driver's license and safe and acceptable driving record (no more than 7 points)

• Required Tasks
  • Review quotes and prepare/manage purchase requisitions for compliance to project specifications.
  • Plan and Schedule internal paving jobs.
  • Coordinate District assistance in traffic control and material handling.
  • Understand and adhere to Collective Bargaining Agreements.
  • Initiate purchase requisitions for construction materials and others.
  • Recommend annual training programs for Construction Personnel.
  • Conduct periodic meetings with Construction Management Team to review performance standard to insure standards are met.
  • Meet with MDOT to coordinate paving projects on the State system.
  • Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned.