Engineer-in-Training (EIT II) - Bridge Design and Construction, Denver

About the Position
Join CDOT's Staff Bridge team and help model, analyze, and design  bridges, retaining walls, and other highway structures.  By doing so, you will be helping to ensure better performing, economical, and resilient infrastructure throughout Colorado.  In this role, you'll work alongside experienced structural engineers to develop plans, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering analyses for new construction, rehabilitation, and repair projects. You'll gain hands-on experience applying bridge design standards, engineering codes, and structural design principles while contributing to the development of departmental standards and specifications. This position offers the opportunity to build your structural engineering expertise while supporting the safe and reliable transportation infrastructure used by millions of travelers each year.

Your duties and responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following

• Perform structural analysis and assist with the design and detailing of bridges, retaining walls, signs, signals, and other highway structures under the guidance of licensed Professional Engineers.
• Prepare engineering calculations, structural plans, specifications, quantity estimates, reports, and supporting design documentation using applicable engineering software, AASHTO requirements, and CDOT standards.
• Assist with bridge load ratings, quality assurance reviews of structural designs, and evaluations of existing structures to support rehabilitation, maintenance, and overload assessments.
• Develop bridge layouts, cost estimates, and structure selection reports while supporting engineering studies and project decision-making.
• Collaborate with engineers, CAD technicians, and project stakeholders to gather design information, coordinate project activities, and provide structural engineering support throughout project development.
• Provide engineering support during construction by reviewing shop drawings, assisting with field inspections, interpreting plans and specifications, and helping resolve construction-related issues.
• Participate in field visits to inspect structures, collect site data, evaluate existing conditions, and support the development of design and repair solutions.
• Assist with structural asset management activities, including bridge inspections, data collection, condition assessments, and reporting to support infrastructure planning and maintenance.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of CDOT structural engineering standards, specifications, and technical guidance.
• Continue developing technical expertise through on-the-job training, independent study, and participation in engineering training and professional development opportunities

Work Environment

• Your schedule will primarily be 8:00 am – 5:00 pm work hours, Monday-Friday, but we are flexible to meet your work/life balance needs while ensuring CDOT business needs are met.
• Initially in office attendance is required, during probationary period, with potential to work a hybrid schedule with a combination of in-office and remote work.
• Approximately 5% spent in the field, 95% spent in the office
• Occasional travel during work hours throughout Metro Denver/Front Range
• Occasional overnight travel 2-4 times a year throughout Colorado
• Required to operate CDOT vehicles 
• Exerts up to 50lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 20lbs. of force frequently, and/or up to 10lbs. of force regularly to move objects
• Exposure to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by the weather.
• Exposure to nonweather-related hot and cold temperatures.

Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights:

Minimum Qualifications 

Education/Licensure/Certification/Experience:

Current enrollment as an Engineer Intern by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors.

Substitution:

• Current, valid licensure as a Professional Engineer from the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors will substitute for the enrollment as an Engineer Intern.

Conditions of Employment

Must pass a pre-employment screening which may include social security number trace, criminal records check, public court records check, educational records, and driving records checks. More information in the supplemental information section.

A current valid driver’s license is required for all Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) positions which require operating a state or personal motor vehicle to perform one or more essential functions of the position. 

It is a CDOT condition of employment that individuals hired for Engineer-In-Training positions must also licensure as a professional engineer by the Colorado State Board of Licensure for Architects, Professional Engineers, and Professional Land Surveyors within eight years of initial appointment to an EIT position.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering with structural engineering emphasis;
• One year of bridge design experience preferred;
• Demonstrated success with the duties listed in the Description of the Job section;
• Working effectively in independent and collaborative team situations;
• Ability to take initiative to solve problems in an innovative manner;
• Being open to change and new information; adapting behavior and work methods in response to changing conditions or unexpected obstacles;
• Years of State service experience related to the duties of this position;
• Highest work/personal ethics and integrity;
• Maintaining current working knowledge of engineering processes, theories, laws, principles, conceptual models, and best practices; 
• Knowledge and experience in structural design and analysis;
• Knowledge and experience with the engineering design and construction of highway structures; 
• Familiarity with the CDOT Bridge Design, Rating and Detailing Manuals and working drawings;  
• Familiarity with the AASHTO Bridge Specifications;
•  Familiarity or experience with National Bridge Inventory (NBI) and Highway Bridge Replacement & Rehabilitation programs; 
• Knowledge and experience in soil mechanics and foundation design;
• Computer aided drafting knowledge and experience;
• Ability to partner with professionals, consultants, vendors, stakeholders and staff, with sensitivity to their needs and priorities;
• Attention to technical details and accuracy;
• A passion for safety and service to the public;
• Strong facilitation, presentation, and communication skills, both written and oral;
• Effective interpersonal and relationship building skills;
• Proven ability to manage multiple assignments, priorities, and projects in a demanding environment;
• Strong analytical, reasoning, investigative, problem solving, and decision-making skills;
• Ability to work under tight deadlines;
• Excellent time, project management, and organizational skills;
• Experience with structural design software; 
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite, Gmail, CAD programs and ability to quickly learn other software systems.