What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer Intern position at State of New Mexico?
31.21-$49.93 Hourly
64,915 - $103,864 Annually
This position is a Pay Band EE
Posting Details
This posting will be used for ongoing recruitment and may close at any time. Applicant lists may be screened more than once.
The Central Regional Division (CRD) provides engineering, design, and project development services to District Three (3) and District Six (6) in order to provide the central region of New Mexico with safe transportation services while implementing innovative design. The CRD also acts as a liaison between Districts, Local Entities, and the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), providing technical assistance to ensure local government project design plans can be constructed.
Why does the job exist?
The Engineer Intern is the second level of the Engineering Series which performs standard engineering assignments of limited to moderate complexity in a relevant discipline in accordance with accepted agency practices.
This postilion will exercise limited judgment on details of work and in application of standard methods for conventional work. The Licensed Professional Engineer (LPE) will provide general review of an aspects of this person's work and provide close supervision on unusual or difficult problems or work assignments.
How does it get done?
Responsibilities associated with this position will include :
- Performing basic design and analysis tasks with increased level of responsibility throughout tenure.
- Reviewing contractor submittals for proposed construction projects.
- Interpreting technical review of consultant designs, reports and plans.
- Performing field inspections and investigations as needed.
- Collecting and reviewing field test data for quality assurance purposes and to ensure project construction time schedule is met.
- Providing basic review of project technical specifications and construction drawings.
- Analyzing data from laboratory tests and field explorations.
- Preparing projects (contracts, estimates and plans, etc.) for supervisor review and approval.
- Assisting in the development of field investigation requirements, inspections and testing for projects.
- Assisting Professional Engineer (PE) with assigned project tasks.
- Preparing written summaries of design reviews and analysis for project documentation and maintaining proper records of design changes.
Who are the customers?
This position serves the New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) Central Region Design (CRD) and the general public.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have preferred experience in the following areas :
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant engineering discipline and two (2) years of progressive experience under the direct supervision of a Professional Engineer. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and / or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience. Must possess FE (Fundamentals of Engineering) certification within six (6) months of hire.
Employment Requirements
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment.
Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in an office setting. Exposure to : Visual / Video Display Terminal (VDT), extensive personal computer and phone usage. Communication with the general public and public agencies on a frequent basis. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Ability to meet multiple deadlines. Occasional statewide and out of state travel maybe required.
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Agency Contact Information : Joseph Casares (505) 469-4239. Email
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Bargaining Unit Position
This position is not covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
Salary : $64,915 - $103,864
