Utility Engineer - Willmar, United States - State of Minnesota

Description

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At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota's nationally recognized transportation system.

We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system.

You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good.

You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota.

You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization.

MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.

*This was previously announced and we are re-announcing for additional candidates. If you previously applied, you do not need to re-apply.

Who May Apply :
Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 05/04/2024

Closing Date : 05/13/2024

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit :
Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 8-MGEC

Work Shift/Work Hours :
Day Shift

Days of Work :
Monday - Friday

Travel Required :
No


Salary Range Engineer Senior:
$ $53.25 / hourly; $75,565 - $111,186 / annually

Salary Range:

Grad 2:
$ $42.21 / hourly; $59,779 - $88,134 / annually

Classified Status :
Classified

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you'll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
Job Summary


NOTE:

This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time: Engineer Senior and Engineer 2 Graduate.

Only one position will be filled; the final class and starting salary of this position is dependent on the successful applicant's qualifications.

This position will have the option to telework part-time .

The employee will be required to complete a telework agreement.

This position exists to provide professional engineering leadership for: Utility Coordination, Project Management, and Detail Design for the design and development of construction plans for District 8.

**MnDOT does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications


Minimum Qualifications - Engineer Senior:

Applicants must be licensed as a Professional Civil Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity.

(If obtaining licensure through reciprocity, a practice pending letter from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)
Class D Driver's License

Minimum Qualifications - Engineer 2 Graduate:
A bachelor's degree in civil or construction engineering from an EAC-ABET accredited college/university or equivalent as rated by EAC/NCEES;
A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
Two (2) years post-graduation civil engineering work.
OR
A Master's degree in Civil or Construction Engineering from an EAC-ABET accredited college/university or equivalent as rated by EAC/NCEES
A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam
One (1) year of post-graduate civil engineering work.
OR
Received a passing score on the Minnesota Principals & Practices of Civil Engineering (PE) Exam.
Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of CADD, Windows based operating systems, spreadsheet and word-processing software applications.

Knowledge of MnDOT policies, procedures, HPDP, ADA requirements, Geometric Design Standards, MnDOT Specifications, Plan Production Standards, Sample Plans, and State and Federal statute and regulatory requirements.

Knowledge of critical path scheduling theory, applications and tools (e.g., Artemis Project View (APV) or Prima Vera (P6).
Additional Requirements


Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check
It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment.

The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check
Criminal History Check
Employment Reference Check
Driver's License Check - A revoked or suspended Driver's License or major violation within the last five (5) years or a combination of minor violations and/or at-fault in the last three (3) years will disqualify a candidate
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Melisa Bryant at

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Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve.

The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency's mission
91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony.

As an employee, your benefits may include:
Training and professional development
Paid vacation and sick leave
11 paid holidays each year
Paid parental leave
Low-cost medical and dental coverage
Vision coverage
Wellness programs and resources
Employer paid life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability
Health care spending and savings accounts
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies

based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers.

The State of Minnesota recognizes that a diverse workforce is essential and strongly encourages qualified women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.

We will make reasonable accommodations to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at

or email

and indicate what assistance is needed.
MnDOT does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities.

Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom application has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation.

Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by:

E-Mail:
; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/ ; or using MN Relay 711.

MnDOT's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at:
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