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Nature of Work
Under general supervision, performs professional engineering work in the
planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation of highways and
their attendant facilities and structures. Work is performed within a defined
framework of policy, but the incumbent independently makes engineering decisions
within that framework and may make or assist in making broad decisions in
setting objectives and goals. May supervise lower level employees. Performs
related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The dual track career concept allows for progression to this level of the
Highway Engineer series in recognition of (1) demonstrated expertise in a
specialized area of transportation/civil engineering or (2) the assignment
of administrative/supervisory duties as determined by the organizational setting
of the position.
At this level applies theories, principles and practices of transportation/civil engineering to complex engineering problems in the area of assignment serving as a major project engineer or supervising the work of a major engineering unit with the division or serving as a staff assistant at the division or district level.
Examples of Work
Reviews design plans for accuracy and completeness from conception to finish.
Prepares special engineering reports for higher level executives.
Trains and evaluates personnel to ensure quality work.
Plans, schedules, and coordinates the activities of sections or groups.
Evaluates the performance of subordinate engineers and other personnel.
Serves as a district or division engineering head for a unit or functional
area.
Evaluates data collected by field personnel and incorporates same into
studies and plans.
Reviews contract plans, specifications, test results, and agreements from
an engineering aspect for accuracy and completeness.
Performs duties in a transportation engineering specialty such as concrete,
steel, bituminous materials, environmental measurements, geotechnical evaluations,
instrumental analysis, computer applications, structural analysis, electronics,
metalography, corrosion, welding and mathematical analysis, transportation
systems analysis, route location, project evaluation, transportation planning,
design, pavement, hydraulics, or other related fields.
Knowledge, Skills
and Abilities
Knowledge of the current principles, methods, and practices of civil engineering.
Knowledge of the laws, policies and regulations governing the area of assignment.
Knowledge and understanding of internal policies, procedures and practices
of the Department.
Knowledge of the accumulated findings in the area of assignment.
Knowledge of engineering research techniques.
Ability to supervise and plan, organize, direct, and coordinate the activities
of professional engineering staff.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with districts, divisions,
industry, governmental units, public interest groups, and individuals.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to conduct successful applied research in a specialized branch
of transportation engineering.
Ability to write professional quality papers, reports, research studies,
and projects.
Minimum
Qualifications [Top]
Training:
Current license as a registered professional engineer in West Virginia.
Established: 3/20/08
Effective: 5/1/08