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Transportation Engineer 1 hire will complete ODOT's Transportation Civil Engineering Program to include a 12 month training plan & scheduled rotation through the department's core engineering disciplines; Planning & Engineering, Construction and Highway Maintenance.

What You Will Do:

You will receive a thorough introduction to the three core civil engineering disciplines. You will work along side of ODOT professional engineers. You will receive hands-on transportation training & experience needed to further your career as an engineer with ODOT.

Official Position Description:

ODOT's Transportation Civil Engineering (TCE) Program offers Engineering college graduates a great opportunity to begin, or continue, their career in the Civil Engineering field. The TCE Program provides a thorough introduction to the department's core engineering disciplines with hands on training in all concentrations of Civil Engineering. ODOT engineers develop traffic models, environmental mitigation documents and create construction plans for upcoming roadway, bridge, culvert, safety, drainage and other projects. ODOT engineers are in the field overseeing projects being constructed. Whether it is a simple roadway resurfacing or the construction of a new bridge, ODOT engineers make sure contractors follow specifications, so all projects are properly built. ODOT engineers develop simple and complex traffic management designs, manage ODOT's motor vehicle fleet and oversee winter operations, a function that is critical to keeping Ohio's economy moving forward. TCEs are provided 12 months experience & training with a Professional Engineer in the department's core engineering disciplines: Construction, Design, Planning and Highway Management.

Training opportunities include:

GEOPAK Micro[1]station, Surveying/CADD, Project Manager Training, Bridges, Safety, plus hundreds of other training options. Upon successful completion of the 12month TCE Program & passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, TCEs can advance to the next level of the Engineering series. ODOT's Southwest Ohio District Capital Programs Administration is responsible for cradle to grave capital project asset management of the District's 4,700 lane miles of pavement, 1,400 bridges, and 7,100 culverts; and is one of the larger ODOT Districts. District 8 is responsible for work in urban, suburban, and rural locations offering a broad spectrum of opportunities for engineers. Why Work for the State of Ohio 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. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in engineering; Accepted for Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

Job Skills:

Civil Engineering Supplemental Information

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

This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards. All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period. Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the

OCSEA/AFSCME

Contract. The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. 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 ADA Statement 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. Drug-Free Workplace 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.