Transp. Engr. IV - Engr. Mgr PE - Testing and Field Services Engineer

Job Responsibilities

At the SCDOT Office of Materials and Research (OMR) consults with department, contractor, and consultant personnel regarding highly technical and complex matters pertaining to highway engineering activities. Advises the Materials and Research Engineer on policy regarding highway materials and construction (primarily asphalt, concrete, cement, and steel) standard practices and recommends revisions to the department's specifications. Develops specifications and works on specialized projects of high complexity, primarily in asphalt and structural materials, but may include projects within any functional area of OMR.

Conducts special investigations and performs forensic analyses when necessary. Provides expert testimony as required in areas of expertise.

Serves as chair or member of various SCDOT Technician Certification Task Forces and Joint SCDOT/Industry Quality Improvement Committees. Provides input to the Materials and Research Engineer regarding revisions to the AASHTO materials and testing standards. Participates in the Department's In‑house Research Program; serves as a member of the Department's New Products Committee; serves on Steering Committees for the Department's SPR research program.

Supervises the Structural Materials Engineer on major assignments involving structural materials (concrete, steel and cement) being used statewide. Includes personnel performing laboratory testing and field inspections. Sets technical priorities and provides guidance with activities.

Supervises the Asphalt Materials Engineer on major assignments involving asphalt materials being used statewide. Includes personnel performing laboratory testing and field inspections. Sets technical priorities and provides guidance with activities.

Supervises the Asphalt Verification Program Manager whose duties include coordinating activities within the statewide asphalt mixture verification program and ensuring that the program is in compliance with the current federal regulations of 23 CFR 637. Sets technical priorities and provides guidance with activities. Performs other related duties as assigned.

A bachelor's degree in engineering and six (6) years of engineering work experience. Necessary Special Requirement:
Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A valid motor vehicle operator's license required. 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.

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.