Engineering Intern (DOT/GO/PINF #19137)

$31.21-$49.93 Hourly

$64,915 - $103,864 Annually

This position is a Pay Band EE

Posting Details

This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.

The Central Regional Division provides engineering, design, and project development services to District Three and District Six in order to provide the central region of New Mexico with safe transportation services while implementing innovative design.
The Central Regional Division also acts as a liaison between Districts, Local Entities, and the FHWA, providing technical assistance to ensure local government project design plans can be constructed.

Why does the job exist?

This position is the second level of the Engineering Series which performs standard engineering assignments of limited to moderate complexity in a relevant discipline in accordance with accepted agency practices.

This postilion will exercise limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work. Licensed Professional Engineer will provide general review of an aspects of this person's work and provide close supervision on unusual or difficult problems or work assignments.

How does it get done?

This position is responsible for the following:

- Performs basic design and analysis tasks with increased level of responsibility throughout their tenure

- Reviews Contractor submittals for proposed construction projects

- Interprets technical review of consultant designs, reports and plans

- Performs field inspections and investigations as needed

- Collects and reviews field test data for quality assurance purposes and to ensure project
construction time schedule is met

- Provides basic review of project technical specifications and construction drawings

- Analyzes data from laboratory tests and field explorations

- Prepares projects (contracts, estimates and plans, etc.) for supervisor review and approval

- Assists in the development of field investigation requirements, inspections and testing for projects

- Assists Professional Engineer with assigned project tasks

- Prepares written summaries of design reviews and analysis for project documentation,
and maintains proper records of design changes.

Who are the customers?

This position serves the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Central Region Design as well as the governmental and general public.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have preferred experience/education in the following areas:

* Four (4) years of progressive experience under the direct supervision of a professional engineer.
* Perform basic design and analysis tasks with Increased level of responsibility through their tenure.
* Review Contractor submittals for proposed construction projects.
* Interpret technical review of consultant designs, reports and plans.
* Perform field inspections and investigations as needed .

Minimum Qualification

Bachelor of Science Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline and two (2) years of progressive experience under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer. Must possess FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification within six (6) months of hire.

Employment Requirements

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment

Pre-Employment Physical Exam

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office settling Exposure to. Visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT). extensive personal computer and phone usage. Communication with the general public and public agencies on a frequent basis. Ability to lift up 10 to 50 pounds. Ability to meet multiple deadlines. Occasional statewide and out of state travel maybe required

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Agency Contact Information: Joseph Casares (505) 469-4239. Email

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Bargaining Unit Position

This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.