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The Opportunity:

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Bridge and Structures office is seeking a qualified Engineer to fill Bridge Load Rating Engineer vacancies in our Bridge Preservation Office. In the position, the incumbent will develop and update technical criteria for bridge load rating analyses, and evaluate bridges with low load ratings to determine if there is a need for load posting or other traffic restrictions, or if structural modifications to increase live load capacity is needed.

The Bridge Load Rating program is charged with oversight encompassing over 3200 bridges in the State of Washington. If you have a background in bridge engineering and want to be part of a team whose primary role is the safety of our travelling public, we encourage you to apply.

At WSDOT, we honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. If you would like to join our team-oriented environment and enjoy a continuously changing environment, and a great deal of career stability and growth , definitely consider a career opportunity with WSDOT. To learn more, please watch the following video: Why WSDOT?

This position will perform the following work:

Manage and implement the Statewide Bridge Load Rating program for over 3200 state bridges.
Perform load rating analyses on bridges of various complexities.
Approve or reject applications for overload movement over state bridges to ensure safe passage of trucks without compromising structural integrity of bridges.
Participate as a Senior Lead Inspector of bridge inspections using routine and non-destructive inspection methods.
Administer and oversee consultant load rating activities.
Develop and update technical criteria for bridge load rating analyses for inclusion of agency manuals.

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Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Eirik Landes at 360-705-7758 or email to LandesE@wsdot.wa.gov . Please reference recruitment number 18DOT-HQ-04534.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call or email the recruiter.

State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters

An ideal candidate for this position must have:

Registered Professional Engineer in Washington State in the discipline of Civil or Structural.
Four years minimum experience in designing or load rating bridges of various complexities.
Valid driver's license

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State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters

An ideal candidate for this position must have:

Registered Professional Engineer in Washington State in the discipline of Civil or Structural.
Four years minimum experience in designing or load rating bridges of various complexities.
Valid driver's license

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Bridge Load Rating Engineer - BE5

Washington State Department of Transportation

Details

Posted:

April 16, 2018

Location:

Tumwater, Washington

Salary:

$69,240.00 - $93,156.00 Annual

Type:

Full Time - Experienced

Category:

Civil Engineering

Preferred Education:

4 Year Degree

State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters

The Opportunity:

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Bridge and Structures office is seeking a qualified Engineer to fill Bridge Load Rating Engineer vacancies in our Bridge Preservation Office. In the position, the incumbent will develop and update technical criteria for bridge load rating analyses, and evaluate bridges with low load ratings to determine if there is a need for load posting or other traffic restrictions, or if structural modifications to increase live load capacity is needed.

The Bridge Load Rating program is charged with oversight encompassing over 3200 bridges in the State of Washington. If you have a background in bridge engineering and want to be part of a team whose primary role is the safety of our travelling public, we encourage you to apply.

At WSDOT, we honor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. If you would like to join our team-oriented environment and enjoy a continuously changing environment, and a great deal of career stability and growth, definitely consider a career opportunity with WSDOT. To learn more, please watch the following video: Why WSDOT?

This position will perform the following work:

Manage and implement the Statewide Bridge Load Rating program for over 3200 state bridges.
Perform load rating analyses on bridges of various complexities.
Approve or reject applications for overload movement over state bridges to ensure safe passage of trucks without compromising structural integrity of bridges.
Participate as a Senior Lead Inspector of bridge inspections using routine and non-destructive inspection methods.
Administer and oversee consultant load rating activities.
Develop and update technical criteria for bridge load rating analyses for inclusion of agency manuals.

State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters

Contact us: For inquiries about this position, please contact Eirik Landes at 360-705-7758 or email to LandesE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please reference recruitment number 18DOT-HQ-04534.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call or email the recruiter.

State of Washington Job Opportunities | Work that Matters

An ideal candidate for this position must have:

Registered Professional Engineer in Washington State in the discipline of Civil or Structural.
Four years minimum experience in designing or load rating bridges of various complexities.
Valid driver's license

Internal Number: 18DOT-HQ-04534

About Washington State Department of Transportation

WSDOT’s Vision The Washington State Department of Transportation’s vision is to be the best in providing a sustainable and integrated multimodal transportation system. Mission statement The Washington State Department of Transportation provides and supports safe, reliable and cost-effective transportation options to improve livable communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. WSDOT’s Values •Safety - Promote the safety of the public and employees at all times •Inclusion - Ensure a wide array of perspectives, disciplines and backgrounds are represented in our outreach, decision making and workforce •Innovation - Foster an environment of trust that encourages creativity, finding solutions for challenges and leveraging opportunities •Integrity - Build trust with each other and our communities by being ethical, accountable, responsive and honest •Leadership - Inspire, motivate and support to give each other the confidence to do great things •Sustainability - Make decisions and take actions that promote the conservation of resources for future generations by focusing on the balance of economic, environmental and community needs

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