Rail Projects Engineer

at  State of Utah

JOB

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) Rail Division seeks a candidate with exceptional organizational and coordination abilities, with strong attention to detail for the role of Rail Projects Engineer. In this position, you will work closely with the Chief Railroad Engineer and Statewide Railroad Engineer. Principle DutiesAs the Rail Projects Engineer, you will: Assist with selection of railroad safety improvement projects, including Railroad Grant projects and Section 130 funds.Review, update, and create documents including but not limited to standards, rules, and manuals.Coordinate items and updates associated with Railroad projects and programming.Coordinate with Railroads, FHWA, FTA, and FRA.Coordinate with Regions, including the review of railroad agreements for UDOT and local government projects.Have monthly updates with Region Utility and Railroad Coordinators.Tracking agreements and contracts.Perform miscellaneous duties as assigned relative to statewide railroad issues.The Ideal CandidateThe best candidate for this position will: Be registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah.Have at least two years of of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.PreferencesPreference may be given to those who have at least one of the following: Railroad coordination related experience.Agreement and Contract experience.Safety oversight experience.Supplemental InformationHere is some information of which you should be aware: Travel is required.Working Conditions - Risks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc. Onsite visits to project locations or event locations with proper PPE would also be required. Physical Requirements - Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, maneuvering around rail crossing locations, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Group Leader.Why Should You Join Our Team?The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you. Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy. We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want – and we make sure they can do it safely. You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you’ll be a great fit. Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click HERE to view a summary of the benefits we offer.The AgencyUDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths. Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions. Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying. UDOT uses the CliftonStrengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation please click here

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