State of South Carolina
Columbia or Richland County

Geotechnical Design Assistant Quality Assurance Engineer (61036058)

Onsite$76,040 - $119,500/yrPosted 2 weeks ago

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Job details

Location
Columbia or Richland County
Work type
Onsite
Compensation
$76,040 - $119,500/yr
Posted
2 weeks ago
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About this role

About the Department

Assists the Quality Assurance Geotechnical Design Support Engineer in the review of Geotechnical design, construction plans and specifications, and encroachment permits in accordance of South Carolina Department of Transportation accepted policy, standards, and practice.

Performs geotechnical quality assurance reviews for projects assigned to the Geotechnical Design Support unit.  Reviews include all Department and Consultant prepared structural and roadway construction plans, engineering technical reports, design criteria, and specifications. 

Provides engineering resources and quality assurance reviews to assist with evaluation of complex encroachment permits and other geotechnical design related issues for District personnel. 

Identifies common compliance related issues or deficiencies within the quality assurance reviews and provide recommendations to the Geotechnical Quality Assurance Engineer.

Provides overview of Consultant quality assurance contract deliverables for compliance with geotechnical policies and procedures. Maintain and update the geotechnical quality assurance and quality control checklists to reflect the current geotechnical design manual and procedures. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Position Duties


A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and three (3) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence.

The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.

Other Qualifications

Non Discrimination Statement:

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.

Benefits

Benefits for State Employees
 
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
 

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
 
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
 
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
 
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Supplemental Questions

01
Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No
03
Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
04
What class driver's license do you possess?
  • Class A (CDL)
  • Class B (CDL)
  • SC Class C
  • SC Class D
  • Other State Driver's License
  • None
05
How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
  • Job/Career Fair
  • Referred by current SCDOT employee
  • SCDOT presentation
  • Sign or billboard
  • Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
  • Facebook or Twitter post
  • Internship
  • Newspaper Ad
  • Radio Ad
  • Television Ad
  • Trade Journal
  • Referred from Vocational Rehab
  • Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
  • Other
06
If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
07
If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
08
I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application. Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.
  • Yes
  • No
09
My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.
  • Yes
  • No

Required Question

Agency Information

EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Transportation-Headquarters Address 955 Park Street, Room 115

Columbia, South Carolina, 29201 Phone803-737-1321
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State of South Carolina
Columbia or Richland County