District Materials Engineer

4 weeks ago


Mason City, Iowa, United States Iowa Department of Administrative Services Full time
Job Title: District Materials Engineer

We are seeking a highly skilled District Materials Engineer to join our team at the Iowa Department of Transportation. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for overseeing the inspection, sampling, and testing of project materials, as well as providing technical consultation to various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Direct and oversee the activities of the Materials team staff.
  • Oversight of all materials inspection, sampling and testing activities by District Materials Office staff.
  • Provides highway materials technical assistance through consultation to a variety of customers, including Iowa DOT staff, County/City/Consultant staff, contractors, and materials producers.
  • Oversight of the project materials audit process.
  • Oversight of the Independent Assurance Program (IAP) for materials testing in the District.
  • Oversight of the District's Technical Training and certification program, including some direct training duties as needed.
  • Oversight and management of the District Materials Office operating budget.
  • Involvement in technical committees and work groups to improve Department specifications, processes and policies.
What We Offer:
  • Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.
  • Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year.
  • Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match.
  • Optional 401A plan with employer contributions.
  • Employee Discount Programs from variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial).
Requirements:
  • Licensure as a professional engineer.
  • Two years of full-time professional work experience in transportation engineering or civil engineering.
  • Understanding of engineering principles in many areas including knowledge to evaluate and monitor sources of highway materials to ensure they meet Specification and Materials Instructional Memorandum requirements.
  • Specific knowledge of highway construction methods, inspection, and materials sources.
  • Successfully utilizes electronic tools (computers, tablets, smart phones, other technologies) to perform engineering tasks.
Work Environment:

Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours may vary, and some overtime may be required. Some overnight travel required.

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