Hydraulics Engineer (PCE II)
Apply NowCompany: State of Kansas
Location: Shawnee, KS 66216
Description:
Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy:
KDOT's mission is to provide a safe, reliable, innovative statewide transportation system that works for all Kansans today and in the future. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9 . KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here .
About the Position:
Employment Benefits:
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
This Hydraulics Engineer position serves as the Structures Office expert in the specialization if hydraulics and hydrology. This position works to meet the requirements of the Federal Highway Administration (FWHA) scour management mandates, handles specialized studies, and trains bridge office staff.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Optional Documents for this Application to be Complete
Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.
- Job Posting closes: August 14, 2024
KDOT's mission is to provide a safe, reliable, innovative statewide transportation system that works for all Kansans today and in the future. Our employees are our most valuable resource. We depend on our employees and business partners to get the job done. KDOT strives to provide a work environment that motivates people and encourages them to be productive. KDOT is a great place to work, so come be part of our team!
Verification of identity and employment eligibility to work in the United States is required by federal law. For a list of acceptable documents that establish these criteria, please refer to the federal Form I-9 . KDOT does not provide sponsorships for this position.
E-Verify: The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For additional information regarding E-Verify, please click here . For additional information regarding Immigrant and Employee Rights (IER) please click here .
About the Position:
- Who can apply: Anyone
- Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified
- Full/Part-time: Full-Time
- Regular/Temporary: Regular
- Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
- Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes
- Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes
- Search Keywords: Topeka, Shawnee County, Holton, Oskaloosa, Lawrence, Ottawa, Osage City, Eskridge, Alma, Wamego
- Annual Base Salary: $98,363.20
Employment Benefits:
- Work-Life Balance Programs:
- Paid Leave: Vacation, Holidays, Parental, Military, Sick, Funeral and Jury Duty
- Employee Assistance Program
- For help managing daily life at no cost to you
- Infant at Work Program
- Voluntary Benefits: Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- First-Day Coverage:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vison Insurance
- Tax Advantage Accounts: HSA, HRA, FSA with qualifying plans
- Life Insurance:
- Employer paid basic group life
- Additional optional group life insurance available at a reasonable cost.
- Retirement:
- KPERS and Deferred Compensation
- Other Benefits:
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid on-the-job training programs.
- Personal and Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee discounts with the STAR Program
- And more!
Position Summary & Responsibilities:
Position Summary:
This Hydraulics Engineer position serves as the Structures Office expert in the specialization if hydraulics and hydrology. This position works to meet the requirements of the Federal Highway Administration (FWHA) scour management mandates, handles specialized studies, and trains bridge office staff.
Job Responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:
- Maintains an inventory of Scour Critical Bridges on Interstate, US and K-routes.
- Analyzes and designs complex highway drainage projects and related engineering plans for bridges and related drainage structures.
- Prepares and assembles engineering data required to select and economical and efficient drainage structure for each stream crossing.
- Develops hydraulic engineering reports and maintains relevant standards and portions of Design Manual.
- Mentors bridge designers in the Bridge Office in hydraulic analysis and design for transportation facilities.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Four years of experience in Civil Engineering.
- Valid Driver's License at time of appointment.
- Professional Engineering License recognized by the Kansas Board of Technical Professions.
- Thorough knowledge of hydrology and hydraulic applications to transportation facilities.
- Graduate from an ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) accredited engineering school.
- Six years of professional experience, with four years of bridge experience and two years of supervisory experience.
- Knowledge in structural design, PC and engineering workstation software, engineering workstation and GIS systems and software, ArcGIS, and computer applications related to Civil Engineering.
- Technical report writing skills, management skills, and good verbal communication skills.
- Masters level degree in hydraulics related specialty.
- Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate required in accordance with Executive Order 2004-03. Each applicant (even non-residents) who is selected for a State of Kansas job vacancy must apply for a Tax Clearance Certificate within 10 days from the date of the offer letter by accessing the Kansas Department of Revenue's (KDOR) website at www.kdor.ks.gov/apps/taxclearance/Default.aspx .
If you need assistance with the tax clearance, please contact KDOR at ([redacted] or by email at [redacted]
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- Transcripts (if substituting education)
- DD214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference)
- Resume (or choose existing if you have one)
- Cover Letter
How to Claim Veterans Preference
Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.
Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference
Equal Employment Opportunity
The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability, or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.
If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.