Department of Transportation and Infrastructure

Engineer 3

Intermediate Bridge Design Engineer

Bridge Maintenance Engineer

Open

Design (Transportation) Branch

Fredericton

Who we are

The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructureâ??s mission is to contribute to New Brunswickâ??s economy and quality of life by providing and supporting sustainable infrastructure that allows for the safe and efficient movement of people, goods and government services to the public. Not only is the department responsible for managing over 18,000 kilometers of provincial highways, it also manages the planning, design and construction of hospitals, schools and other government buildings.

What you will do

The Design Branch is seeking individuals to join the team in the following positions:

As an Intermediate Bridge Design Engineer and a Bridge Maintenance Engineer working in Fredericton, NB. This is advanced professional engineering work as a member of a team of technical professionals providing structural design and/or maintenance expertise for the efficient and effective management of GNBâ??s inventory of transportation structures.

Intermediate Bridge Design Engineer

Reporting to the Senior Bridge Design Engineer, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Structural analysis and design of highway bridges, working with multi-disciplinary teams;
• Tender document preparation, including particular specifications, plans, quantity calculations and cost estimates;
• Review of shop drawings and formwork drawings;
• Structural load capacity evaluations;
• Managing related consultant activities, including tracking of expenditures;
• Supervision and mentoring of junior engineers and technicians;
• Provide guidance and recommendations regarding replacement, maintenance and rehabilitation of bridge structures.

Bridge Maintenance Engineer

Reporting to the Assistant Director, Bridge Maintenance, the successful candidate will have knowledge of bridge design, construction and/or maintenance and be responsible for the following:

• working with others in the team to identify maintenance needs of the provinceâ??s bridge and large culvert inventory;
• managing inspection of the provinceâ??s bridge and large culvert inventory, including evaluation of damage and determination of necessary repairs;
• providing expertise, guidance, technical support and recommendations to regional bridge maintenance personnel related to structural maintenance activities on bridges, large culverts, seawalls, retaining walls and related infrastructure;
• supervising and mentoring of junior engineers and technicians, including external resources when required;
• supporting development of the provincial bridge/large culvert maintenance programs, the sourcing of bridge materials and the associated Capital and Ordinary budgets.

Work environment:

• Office location: 440 King Street, Fredericton.
• Open office layout.
• Standard hours of work: Monday â?? Friday.
• We promote a scent-reduced environment.
• Some travel within the province will be required.

Who you are

Key behavioural competencies:

• Analytical Thinking/Judgment
• Conceptual Thinking
• Creative Thinking/Innovation
• Developing Others
• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Teamwork and Cooperation

Technical competencies:

• Knowledge of Health and Safety Procedures
• Knowledge of Applicable Legislation and the Departmentâ??s Policies and Procedures
• Project Management
• Ability to Use Office Technology, Software and Applications
• Planning and Organizing Skills
• Specialized Subject Matter Expertise and Knowledge

Essential Qualifications:

Intermediate Bridge Design Engineer:

• University degree in Civil Engineering.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related structural engineering analysis and bridge design experience including three (3) years of supervisory and design management experience
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
• Experience with the application of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code and Commentary.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Class 5 driverâ??s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

Bridge Maintenance Engineer:

• University degree in Civil Engineering
• Minimum of eight (8) years of related structural engineering analysis, bridge design or bridge maintenance experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience.
• Registered as a Professional Engineer with the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists of New Brunswick.
• Experience with the application of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code and Commentary.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Valid Class 5 driverâ??s license as issued by the Province of New Brunswick.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English is required. Please state your language capability.

• Applicants must clearly demonstrate the essential qualifications to be given further consideration.
• Résumés should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment.
• Please ensure that your preferred language of assessment is identified in your résumé.

Asset Qualifications:

Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate the following assets:

• education specializing in bridge design and/or structural (bridge) engineering.
• project management experience and/or previous experience in the preparation of tenders.
• familiarity with the application of NBDTI Standard Specifications for Highway Construction.
• engineering experience related to the design of new bridges and/or bridge rehabilitation projects.
• experience with load capacity evaluations under relevant design codes.
• experience related to the inspection of bridges and identification of required maintenance/repairs.
• experience related to the maintenance/repair of bridge and other related transportation structures.

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

The Department of Transportation and Infrastructure offers:

• Meaningful work and the opportunity to support New Brunswickers in times of need.
• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Comprehensive benefits package which includes paid vacation, Health and Dental Plan, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability (LTD not applicable to CUPE 1190) and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.

SALARY:

Engineer 3: $2,840.95 to $3,888.52 bi-weekly, based on a 36.25 hours per week.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health and safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health and safety.

How to apply

We encourage applicants to apply on-line by December 16, 2024, indicating competition number (12766)2024-D40-01.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of our communities in which we live and serve. We encourage and support applications from Aboriginals, persons with disabilities, and members of visible minority groups. Candidates registered with the Equal Employment Opportunity Program and veterans, who are among the most qualified, will be given preference at the time of selection.

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