Structural Review Engineer (Civil Engineer IV)

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relating to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/or maintenance work; and perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists supervisor in managing the review efforts on structural aspects of District 6 projects to ensure project reviews are completed in a timely manner.

• Provides supervision and on-the-job training to subordinates. Assigns tasks related to the duties listed below to subordinates, and monitors their work progress to ensure on time completion. Reviews subordinates’ work for accuracy and completeness.

• Conducts performance review and EPRS (EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE REVIEW FORM) in accordance with MassDOT Guidelines with subordinates.
  Reviews (1) design submissions (such as design calculations, Plan, Special Provisions, and Estimate) of site specific projects and design build projects, (2) construction submittals (such as RFIs, shop drawings, and demolition and erection procedures), (3) structural repair design packages, and (4) permit applications, to ensure accuracy and compliance with Federal and State regulations, engineering principles, and MassDOT standards.

• Ensures review comments are communicated effectively to the design consultants, actively participates in resolving review comments, and attends Comment-Resolution meetings.

• Resolves and/or oversees the resolution of structural related construction issues during project construction phase.
  Participates in field investigations, inspections, and meetings to gather information needed for reviewing the projects and resolving construction issues.

• Performs general calculations related to structural design, and quantity estimates.
  Prepares engineering drawings and sketches using AutoCAD.

• Assists in bridge and Tunnel project development, and prioritization.
  Prepares in-house design for structural repairs, proposed construction, and modifications to existing structures, including but not limited to bridge structures, steel member repair/replacement, sign and lighting repair/installation, jacking and shoring of bridge super structures.

• Performs various duties related to different projects and assigned work, such as preparing correspondence, gathering information, coordinating and attending meetings, record keeping, and updating project folders.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.