The Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Materials & Research Division has an exciting opportunity for an Engineer to build a career in geotechnical engineering by joining a hardworking and supportive team. If hired, you'll gain experience with earthwork construction, bridge foundations, and retaining structure projects with a unique blend of analysis and design time spent in the office as well as field work utilizing a wide array of equipment and instrumentation. This is an opportunity to be directly engaged in all phases of NDOT projects from investigation to construction while working with multiple transportation disciplines to solve different challenges every day.

At NDOT, we reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• A culture that embraces work-life balance
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking

If unable to fill at the Professional Engineer I level, will consider applicants at the Engineer level which requires a bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline. Must obtain Engineer Intern Enrollment (Engineering in Training Certification) within one year of employment. Pay rate for this classification is $29.977 per hour.

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Pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints, if approved.

• Create geologic profiles of projects for foundation design using fieldwork and laboratory tests.
• Review geologic profiles, test data, structure types, etc. Recommend foundation type.
• Under supervision, perform engineering analysis of project subsurface conditions.
• Design bridge foundations (piling, drilled shafts, spread footings).
• Review and maintain pile-driving records. Maintain data in pile record and boring log databases.
• Assist with settlement and slope stability calculations.
• Utilize computer-generated models such as Wave Equation analysis, CAPWAP, and APILE.
• Perform field testing of bridge foundations and soil mechanics projects.
• Operate pile-driving analyzer and cross hole sonic logger and communicate results to project managers and contractors.
• Assist in performing subsurface exploration, testing, and instrumentation.
• Support field staff, provide guidance and recommendations for NDOT projects. Identify and help resolve special problems on site.
• Participate and review both in-house and academic research related to the geotechnical and materials field.
• Assist the Bridge Foundation and Geotechnical Engineers.
• Approximately 25% of the time will be spent at bridge sites.

REQUIREMENTS:
Engineer: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline. Must obtain Engineer Intern Enrollment (Engineering in Training Certification) within one year of employment. 

Professional Engineer I:
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline. Must possess a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license at the time of application and be licensed by the Nebraska Board of Engineers and Architects at time of employment or be able to obtain such license within 90 days of employment.

PREFERRED:
• Civil Engineering degree with geotechnical and materials related focus.
• Experience or education in foundation design and soil mechanics.
• Bridge design and earthwork construction experience and knowledge.
• Experience or knowledge in geotechnical and foundation modeling / computational programs.
• Experience interpreting highway construction plans and field construction.
• Experience with soils sampling, logging, and testing
• Knowledge of Nebraska geology and soil and rock types.
• Knowledge or education in basic survey techniques.

OTHER:
• Must be available for out of town and overnight travel.
• A valid driver's license or ability to provide authorized independent transportation is required.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• Engineering degrees must be from an EAC/ABET-accredited program (or evaluated by NCEES as equivalent).

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with designers, consultants, and contractors both verbally and in written form.
• Must be able to adapt to frequent and short notice changes in schedule.
• Skilled in engineering problem solving.
• Knowledge/basic experience using current version of MicroStation, OpenRoads, GEOPAK (or equivalent AutoCAD, Civil 3D).
• Proficient and experience in the use of Microsoft Office Products.
• Mechanical background and experience with hand tools helpful.
• Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills.

At NDOT, we strongly believe in the value of diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We welcome applicants of all ages and experiences and encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply, as we believe that unique perspectives and experiences bring a valuable perspective to our team.