Structural Civil Engineer

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The California Federal-aid Highway Division is hiring a Structural Civil Engineer (GS-0810-12/13 - $94,148 to $156,323 annually) in Los Angeles or Sacramento California. To apply, visit https://www.usajobs.gov/job/794998400 (open to U.S. Citizens). Alternatively, send your resume and a statement of interest (in the body of your e-mail message) directly to hdaca@dot.govusing the subject “Structural Civil Engineer Position.” This job announcement closes on 07/0½024.

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The selectee serves as a technical resource and program manager for the bridge, tunnel, and structures program. Imagine yourself working on the Tower Bridge, the historic Bixby Creek Bridge, the historic Golden Gate Bridge, or the new San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge!

This position is eligible for telework and relocation expenses. This position is also eligible for relocation incentives for current FHWA employees and recruitment incentives for hires newly appointed to the Federal government. A relocation incentive is a bonus, of up to 25%, paid to a current Federal employee who must relocate to a different geographic area that has been deemed difficult to fill in the absence of an incentive. A recruitment incentive is a bonus, of up to 25%, paid to a newly appointed employee (or an employee has had an at least 90-day break in Federal service) based on need for their specific skills or difficulty encountered filling the position with a qualified applicant. A written service agreement must be established and signed by selectee before payment is made for all incentives.

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As a Structural Civil Engineer, you will:

• Evaluate and promote improvements in the State’s administration of Federal programs for bridges, tunnels and other structures and encourage the use of enhanced planning, design, and construction, preservation, inspection and maintenance practices for structures.
• Provide oversight of State compliance with the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) and with the National Tunnel Inspection Standards (NTIS) and recommends improvements.
• Maintain and conduct an oversight program for bridges, tunnels and other structures under design and construction and ensure that there is full coordination with responsible Division staff and State representatives.
• For projects designated as full oversight, review structural plans for suitability of structural adequacy, economy, safety, aesthetics, hydraulics, foundation, and overall concept. Perform construction reviews/inspections and evaluate and render a decision relative to the State’s proposed remedial actions, making recommendations associated therewith.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned mid-career structural engineering professional with experience in bridge and tunnel design, construction inspection, and program management plus excellent communication skills.

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The California Federal-aid Highway Division Office is a dynamic work environment with a supportive, high-achieving multidisciplinary team with offices located in Los Angeles and Sacramento. We have many innovative and challenging opportunities to showcase your talents and gain valuable work experiences that will position you well for future career advancement. We have excellent working relationships with key transportation stakeholders and industry members.