Junior Bridge Rater (Civil Engineer I)

Position Summary

Under the direction of engineers of a higher grade, the incumbents of this position assist in the preparation of Live Load Capacity for bridges of normal complexity, using AASHTO and MassDOT standards and assist in the preparation and review or rating reports for these bridges.  They also assist in the performance of Overload Capacity calculations of bridges of normal to moderate complexity using AASHTO and MassDOT standards including preparation and review of overload reports and memos for these bridges.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists with elements of the performance of Live Load Capacity calculations of bridges of normal complexity using AASHTO specifications as well as MassDOT Standards and provides data for rating reports of these bridges.

• Confirms accuracy of calculations prepared by others related to Live Load Capacity of bridges of normal complexity using AASHTO specifications and reviews rating reports for these bridges.

• Assists with elements of the performance of Overload Capacity calculations of bridges of normal to moderate complexity using AASHTO specifications and MassDOT standards and provides data for overload reports of these bridges.

• Confirms accuracy of calculations prepared by others related to Overload Capacity of bridges of moderate complexity using AASHTO specifications and reviews overload reports for these bridges.

• Recommends modifications for improving live load capacity of existing bridges through review of available data, discussion, and calculations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.

• Knowledge of the terminology and standard abbreviations used in civil engineering.

• Knowledge of the principles of hydraulics as applied to surface drainage pipes and culverts.

• Knowledge of the engineering properties of soils.

• Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of concrete and asphalt; mechanical properties of fluids; theory and practice of plane surveying.

• Knowledge of the types & skill in the uses of equipment used in plane surveying; knowledge of the methods of soil testing.

• Knowledge of mathematical formulae used to compute volumes and areas.

• Knowledge of mathematical computations used in solving civil engineering problems.

• Knowledge of elementary algebra, trigonometry, plane and solid geometry, integral and differential calculus; knowledge of the standard procedures for taking field notes in connection with plane surveying.

• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment and materials used in building, bridge, highway, road, street or tunnel construction.

• Knowledge of the types & skill in the uses of equipment used in plane surveying; knowledge of the methods of soil testing.

• Knowledge of mathematical formulae used to compute volumes and areas.

• Knowledge of mathematical computations used in solving civil engineering problems.

• Knowledge of elementary algebra, trigonometry, plane and solid geometry, integral and differential calculus; knowledge of the standard procedures for taking field notes in connection with plane surveying.

• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of civil engineering data, to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.

• Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, specifications and guidelines governing assigned unit activities and in connection with the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, buildings, etc.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period. 

About MassDOT 

The 4,000 employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers. 

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions. 

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