Senior Bridge Engineer (Engineer III)

Company: King County
Location: Seattle
Posted on: September 27, 2024

Job Description:

SUMMARY

King County Road Services Division has an excellent opportunity for you to be part of local government! We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Bridge Engineer (Engineer III). This position is a senior level structural engineering position to lead staff and design complex road and bridge structures. This is an exciting opportunity to work with the Road Services team and make a difference in our community!Our commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice -The Department of Local Services is deeply dedicated to fostering in every aspect of our work. - Our commitment to -"" values which ensures every person has the opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential and forms the core of our mission and purpose. -Our pledge is to cultivate, embrace, and celebrate the distinct experiences, viewpoints, and perspectives of our people, partners, and the communities we serve. Through this work, we dismantle systemic barriers, address inequities, and actively confront prejudices and biases. We acknowledge this journey is ongoing, and we remain steadfast in our efforts to create a positive impact for our employees and communities alike. -


JOB DUTIES

JOB DUTIESApplying is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. In this role, you will apply equity and social justice principles that exemplify shared values, behaviors, and practices to all aspects of the work.

• Perform complex structural designs and prepare plan details, estimates, and specifications for bridges, walls, culverts and other roadway related structures.
• Perform structural analyses and studies and prepare written reports or technical memos with findings and recommendations.
• Function as a technical expert to guide design consultants and in-house engineers, provide advice to supervisor and upper managers. -
• Function as a Project Manager or Lead Engineer on tasks or project assignments from inception through construction.
• Provide quality control and assurance of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates, and other engineering documents.
• Perform bridge live load rating analysis and load upgrade design. -
• Review and issue overload truck and right-of-way use permits.
• Assist in resolving structural-related construction issues. -
• Review and approve construction shop drawings, shoring plans, and supporting calculations.
• Perform structural lead inspections and prepare inspection reports.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  
  EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
  
  Minimum qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering (BSCE) or closely related field in structural design, bridge engineering, or equivalent training and experience. -
• Demonstrated experience in developing bridge designs and preparation of structural design plans, specifications and cost estimates.
• Demonstrated experience using -structural design software (e.g., CSiBridge, STAAD Pro, PG Super, PG Splice, BRASS, etc.).
• Knowledge of the latest AASHTO LRFD Design Methodology, IBC, WSDOT Bridge Design Manual, ACI 318, PCI Design Manual, AISC Design Manual, AWS Welding Code, etc.
• Demonstrated experience applying seismic design and analysis, including computer modeling, dynamic analysis for seismic loads, mitigation of vibrations for bridge structures, push-over analyses, etc.
• Demonstrated knowledge of pre-stressed and post-tensioned concrete design, construction methods and applications.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and design innovative solutions involving new and replacement bridge structures to increase efficiency in both material costs and time required for construction.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare written technical reports or memos based on the findings from project conceptual studies, structural analyses and condition inspections, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and lead staff. -
• Ability to effectively interact, write and communicate technical, policy and political issues clearly with management, staff, consultants, citizens (diverse individuals and groups).
• Demonstrated predictable and reliable attendance.REQUIREMENTS: -
• A Valid Washington State Driver's License
• Licensed Washington Professional Civil Engineer (PE) or be able to obtain it within six months of employment
  
  
  SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
  
  INTERVIEW SCHEDULE:
  Those applicants who pass the initial screening will be invited to participate in a 45-minute interview the week of -10/21/24.WHO MAY APPLY:
  This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants. First consideration will be given to current PROTEC17 members in the same classification that are eligible for lateral transfer. -APPLICATION PROCESS:
  A full and complete King County application is required. You may also provide a resume and cover letter, summarizing how you meet the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills for the position. -Applicants will be screened for clarity, completeness, and competitiveness. The most competitive candidates may be invited to participate in one or more interviews. -WORK SCHEDULE: - -
  The work week is normally Monday through Friday, 8.00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., but may at times require work outside of normal business hours. This position is Non-Exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standard Act and is eligible for overtime pay, with prior supervisor approval. -EMERGENCY DESIGNATION STATUS: -This position has been designated Non-Mission Critical -- -Employees who staff county functions or services that may be delayed, suspended, or diverted in an emergency while essential functions are prioritized Mission Critical.Unless otherwise directed by the County Executive, department director or agency head, all employees, regardless of designation, are expected to report to work or request leave during an emergency or inclement weather. For more detailed information, please visit - -and the -.UNION MEMBERSHIP: -This position is represented by -C1 PROTEC17-DES, DLS, DNRP. -TELEWORKING REQUIREMENT -
  This is a hybrid position. The work associated with this position will be performed by teleworking, onsite work and meetings as needed. The responsibilities of this position will include regular and ongoing in-office work. -Employees will have access to shared workspaces at various King County facilities. Employees must reside in Washington state and within a reasonable distance to -their King County worksite to respond to workplace reporting requirements.
  Employees will be provided with a County issued laptop and must maintain a workspace with an internet connection (access may be supplemented in some situations) where they can reliably perform work and remain available and responsive during scheduled work hours. -King County has a robust collection of - -to support working remotely. The individual selected for this opportunity will be joining an innovative and progressive team that is redefining how we work as we transition to the department's hybrid environment.To learn more about the Road Services Division please visit our websites at: -Forbes named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? - -dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.Guided by our , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) EmployerNo person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.To ApplyIf you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
  Marwan Alqaysi
  Human Resource Analyst
  (206)477-6222
  Contact Via - -

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