BIM Engineer

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is looking for an expert level engineer in the specialized field of engineering design software and tools to handle Statewide and Programmatic responsibilities. You will manage and direct complex programs within a major division at a Department wide level with full technical responsibility for interpreting, organizing and executing engineering programs and projects that require advanced engineering skills and independent judgment. You will also direct and be responsible for the functioning of specific projects of significant proportion. Engineering assignments may include planning, developing, designing, and construction or any other aspect of engineering work within a specialized field. You will provide technical information and support to other engineering and technical staff applying standards, processes and techniques.

Principal Duties
As the BIM Engineer, you will:

• Maintain the existing UDOT MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer (ORD),OpenBridge Modeler (OBM), Prostructures workspaces and other design software.
  • Assess and Fix issues identified by users. This includes working with software vendors/support personnel to resolve software issues.
  • Maintain consistency with UDOT Standards and design practices
  • Update workspace functionality as software changes.
  • Stay up to date on software changes and best practices.
  • Evaluate needs of the Department disciplines and implement best practices.
• Use ProjectWise Admin capabilities to manage the workspace and renditions in ProjectWise.
• Support Digital Delivery and Digital Construction.
  • Develop workspace tools that support digital delivery. 
  • Maintain existing training and guidance documents and develop new training and guidance materials as processes change.
  • Provide training and technical support to project teams on digital delivery projects, including support and testing for digital review and digital construction tools.
  • Remain up to date with industry developments related to BIM, Digital Delivery and Digital Construction.
  • Coordinate with internal construction, asset management and data management teams to ensure that the CAD workspace and design practices complement other departmental goals.
• Evaluate usage and needs for software used by designers in addition to the base Bentley applications (AutoTURN, SignCAD, Axiom Office Importer, etc.)
• Assist in software installation and configuration for CAD software on Department computers and servers.
• Sets goals, establishes priorities, manages resources, develops concepts and approaches, reviews projects progress and results; makes management decisions.
• Oversees the development, evaluation or review of plans and criteria for a variety of activities; assesses feasibility of proposed plans, projects and equipment.
• Coordinates and/or acts as a liaison between agency or work unit and other agencies, work units, organizations, vendors, suppliers, etc.
• Develops, directs, and/or evaluates programs.
• Plans and manages projects and/or programs. Writes (or discusses) project/program plan(s), recommendation(s) and/or finding(s).
• Participates in the selection of consulting engineers, oversees and reviews their work product.
• Manages, plans and develops engineering programs and coordinates the activities of complex units and/or divisions.
• Acts as the technical authority on specific fields or disciplines.
• Assures compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Establishes criteria for completion of projects.

Minimum Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must:

• Be registered as a professional engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Have at least two (2) years of engineering experience following licensure as a PE.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Here are some of the knowledge, skills, and abilities that are typically associated with the job, though not all-inclusive:

• Expertise with MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenBridge Modeler, ProStructures and ProjectWise. 
• Proficiency with UDOT design development and advertisement.
• Ability to deliver presentations and training.
• Excellent communication skills both verbally and in writing.
• Computer expertise using MicroSoft Office or Google Suite applications and spreadsheet software.
• Proficiency with GIS, BIM, UDOT Digital Delivery, Digital Construction and Data Capture processes.
• Expert knowledge of MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer workspace development, setup and management.
• Keep a current knowledge of UDOT Standard Specifications and Drawings and update workspace to current standards.
• DTS software procurement processes and aid in software renewals and acquisitions.
• Expert knowledge of plan production
• Manage Plan Sheet Development Standards
• Support all users through written procedures, in-person training and impromptu problems
• Communicate directly with Bentley Support with product issues

Supplemental Information
Here is some information you should be aware of:

• 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.
• 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, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.
• Employee may be reassigned to a different location as deemed necessary by the Region Director/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 Agency

UDOT 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.

Salary : $44 - $70