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Michigan Technological University Research Engineer - Structural in Houghton, Michigan
Research Engineer - Structural
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Department: Civil, Environ & Geospatial Engrg
Work Type: Staff - Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Houghton, MI)
Full Time / Part Time: Full Time
Categories: Engineering
Department: Civil, Environmental, & Geospatial Engineering
Sub Department: Center for Technology & Training
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or other accommodations to apply for employment, or for an interview, at Michigan Technological University, please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or humanresources@mtu.edu.
Job Description Summary
This position serves as a technical expert in structural engineering of transportation infrastructure. This position will work as part of a team that provides training and customer support to bridge-owning-agency engineers and their consultants on the use of AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software and theory and policy regarding bridge load ratings. They will also engage with other structural engineers and computer programmers to provide interpretation of MDOT and AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications and review of software code (Fortran and Python) used in the design of bridge super and sub-structures. This position is also responsible for conducting small research projects in fields related to transportation infrastructure.
This position serves as an advocate and technical resource for Michigan’s local (city, village, county) transportation agencies and will provide technical support for activities underway at the Center for Technology & Training, which includes work with the Michigan Local Bridge Load Rating and Inspection Support program and the Michigan Local Technical Assistance Program (LTAP). The position requires a strong background in structural engineering (bridges) as well as knowledge of the relationship between Michigan’s road owning agencies at a state and local level.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned)
Create, design, and present structural/transportation related training materials at webinars, workshops, and conferences throughout Michigan and nationally
Organize, coordinate, facilitate and/or lead continuing education and outreach webinars, workshops, conferences (such as Michigan Bridge Week) throughout Michigan
Participate in research related activities awarded to the Center for Technology & Training (CTT) in conjunction with other staff and faculty, including proposal writing, conducting research, planning and management of research projects, report preparation, and presentation of findings on an as-needed basis
Provide engineering technical assistance to Michigan’s local agencies on transportation related issues on an as needed basis
Provide technical expertise for engineering related software development projects
Deliver program-related presentations to clients and related professional organizations
Participate on committees, councils, and task forces of related public and private entities
Functional supervision may be exercised over support staff and student assistants
Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies and applying them to everyday work. Actively engage in University continuous improvement initiatives
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures (minimum requirements)
Bachelor’s degree from ABET accredited college in civil engineering with strong background in structural engineering
Michigan Professional Engineer License or ability to secure one through reciprocity
Required Experience (minimum requirements)
A minimum of three years of experience in bridge design, load rating, or inspection
Working knowledge of AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications
Professional experience using Microsoft Office products
Desirable Education and/or Experience
Advanced degree
Professional experience using AASHTOWare Bridge Rating software
Ability to read and interpret computer code (such as that written in modern Fortran or Python)
Experience developing and presenting training material for adult audiences as a subject matter expert
Experience organizing and coordinating webinars, workshops, and conferences.
Experience in writing proposals and/or technical research reports
Experience conducting research projects
Experience in project management
Experience with projects at the county, city, or state level
Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities (minimum requirements)
Excellent oral/written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal, customer service, organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work with accuracy and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to work independently and take the initiative to solve problems
Demonstrated ability and willingness to work flexible hours
Demonstrated ability and willingness to devote up to 15% of time to travel
Possess a valid driver’s license and meet Michigan Tech University’s vehicle use requirements
Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices to everyday work
Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities
Demonstrated ability to speak before large and small groups of people
Demonstrated success in, or potential future contributions to, working with persons from diverse backgrounds, creating a sense of belonging, and fostering a fair, objective, welcoming place to work for persons with a wide variety of personal characteristics and viewpoints.
Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment
Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receive the following 4 required trainings; additional training may be required by the department.
Required University Training:
Employee Safety Overview
Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
Annual Data Security Training
Annual Title IX Training
Background Check:
Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.
Other Conditions of Employment:
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.
Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%)
1.0
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Rate/Salary
Negotiable. No less than $75,000
Title of Position Supervisor
Associate Director, CTT
Posting Type
Internal & External
Dependent on Funding
Yes
Required Education, Certifications, Licensures* (minimum requirements)
Advertised: 04 Jun 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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