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State of Tennessee · 1 day ago

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING S3* - 01062026-73945

Davidson County, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $88K/yr

1+ years exp

The State of Tennessee is seeking a Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 to be part of the Aeronautics Division within the Department of Transportation. This role involves planning, designing, constructing, and maintaining transportation systems, while providing technical support and guidance to various stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Understand and apply engineering techniques, procedures, and design criteria in accordance with technical manuals to develop and/or implement detailed specifications for projects

Work to understand criteria and key components of technical disciplines within the Project Delivery Network (PDN)

Utilize various software platforms in designing and maintaining transportation systems

Ensure quality of work product meets or exceeds standards

Assist with implementing proactive solutions for engineering concerns to ensure the needs of the project are met

Work to ensure project continuity through collaboration and effective communication with the project team and internal stakeholders

Submit updates to schedules to document the progress of projects through the project life cycle

Work to identify infrastructure issues of transportation components for maintenance, repair, safety, environmental, and operational needs

Work to plan, develop, and assemble transportation infrastructure plans and supporting documents with the latest CADD computer technology

Responsible for the completion of applicable project deliverables in the planning, design, and construction phase, and for the identification of issues that might impact critical path work items on complex projects

Identify transportation infrastructure issues and provide solutions for maintenance, repair, safety, environmental, and operational needs

Design and graphically depict project components by creating plans for TDOT projects utilizing department specifications for complex projects

Identify conflicts in the proposed design, including constructability and maintainability concerns, make recommendations, and coordinate on proactive solutions with other disciplines while ensuring the needs of the project are met within the pre-determined scope, schedule, and budget

Provide technical guidance, training, and mentorship to others within the project team or discipline group

Develop and implement innovative processes and design elements that will improve efficiency and safety

Qualification

Transportation EngineeringProject ManagementTechnical WritingCADD TechnologyCritical ThinkingCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationTime Management

Required

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, or Concrete Industry Management

1 Year of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 1

2 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 2 with a Bachelor's Degree or 1 Year with a Master's Degree

3 Years of Demonstrated Competency in planning, developing and/or constructing projects for Transportation Engineering Specialist 3 with a Bachelor's Degree or 2 Years with a Master's Degree

Knowledge of engineering principles, potentially within a specific discipline as they relate to transportation projects

Knowledgeable in the use of computers and applicable programs, applications, and systems

Skilled in basic technical writing

Ability to communicate effectively, while interacting with internal and external stakeholders in a professional and courteous manner

Ability to manage time to ensure assignments are completed

Ability to use critical thinking to problem solve and make informed decisions

Ability to learn technical concepts and apply those concepts to work

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Ability to conduct work with a high degree of accuracy

Preferred

Skilled in strong technical writing for Engineering Specialist II and III

Ability to work within a project team for Engineering Specialist II and III

Ability to manage time and prioritize work items to ensure project assignments are completed for Engineering Specialist II and III

Ability to resolve conflicts, coach, and mentor others, and support a culture of accountability, collaboration, and accomplishment for Engineering Specialist III

Ability to coordinate with the Project Manager and Project Team to proactively identify and resolve complex, multidisciplinary issues which may impact project scope, schedule, and/or budget for Engineering Specialist III

Company

State of Tennessee

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State government is the largest employer in Tennessee, with approximately 43,500 employees in the three branches of government.

Founded in 1796

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.tn.gov/

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