Engineer Program Manager I/Bridge Inspection Engineer

This position will directly oversee the Bridge, Sign Structure, and Dam Inspection Programs.  This includes managing a staff of 6-8 individuals along with overseeing and managing open-end consultant inspection contracts.  Duties include performing QC of inspection reports, assist with updating inspection related manuals, assist with structure asset management activities, responding to High Priority incidents and weather events, scheduling annual bridge inspections and inspection teams, assist with QA inspection efforts, identify future budgetary needs, coordinating with local bridge owners, and assist the FHWA with the Annual NBIS Compliance Review process.

Selective Requirements must be met in addition to the job requirements.  Applicants who do not possess the selective requirement will not be qualified.

1. Successfully taken and passed the 2-week NHI Comprehensive Bridge Safety Inspection Course.

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class.  Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

• Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
   
• Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
   
• Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
   
• Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
   
• Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities.
   
• Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
   
• Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
   
• Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
   
• Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer Program Manager I (Department of Transportation Only)

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

1. Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR Possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada.
   
   
2. Six months experience as a project engineer in one or more of the discipline(s) of engineering shown below which includes managing engineering programs and projects. 
   
   
   • Chemical Engineering
   • Electrical Engineering
   • Civil Engineering
   • Construction Engineering
   • Environmental Engineering
   • Industrial Engineering
   • Mechanical Engineering
   • Agricultural Engineering
   
   
3. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.

Applicants may only apply if they are current permanent employees of DELDOT in a position covered by the Merit System who have completed their initial probationary period.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing:  Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.