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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 00051921 |
Description Activated On: 3/31/2026 1:37:46 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. As a Bridge Design Quality Assurance Engineer, and a Registered Professional Engineer, manages a quality assurance program for bridge design for one or more Districts, with minimal supervision and guidance from a supervisor. Assists an Assistant Chief Bridge Engineer in developing and recommending for implementation, statewide engineering policies in assigned areas of expertise. Reports to an Assistant Chief Bridge Engineer. Works with all Central Office Bureaus, FHWA, Consultants, Contractors, Districts, and various outside technical and professional agencies. Supervises and/or monitors one or more engineering and/or technical staff on an as needed basis. Applies engineering practices and principles to make sound decisions and judgments related to the completion of work assignments. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Resolves bridge related construction and/or material problems. Requires civil engineers to make changes to plans in order to correct problems or improve the design. Provides supervision or monitors one or more engineering and/or technical staff, on an as needed basis. Reviews and monitors work and resolve problems with civil engineers responsible for project development. Reviews price proposals submitted by a consultant or contractor and recommend acceptance/rejection. Represents the Department at price negotiation conferences. Performs parametric studies in highly technical areas to adopt and implement Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) specifications. Reviews and approves Engineering Computing program systems & user manuals to implement LRFD specifications. Reviews and revises statewide publications, manuals, and standards for LRFD specifications. Reviews and/or performs, on an as needed basis, in-depth inspections of existing Interstate, major and/or complex structures and makes recommendations for their repair, rehabilitation or replacement. Conducts quality assurance reviews of bridge design and construction loading activities performed by the Districts. Provides consultation to resolve bridge engineering problems. Develops, recommends for acceptance and implements statewide bridge design criteria, standards and construction specifications as part of the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) efforts. Develops and provides technical training to bridge staff (Central Office and Districts) for assigned subjects. Participates in research project(s) as either a primary technical advisor or a review panel member. Develops technical logic for computer programs, conducts acceptance testing and parametric studies. Provides staff support for Department's participation in AASHTO activities in assigned areas of expertise. Serves on in-house and outside committees in areas beneficial to the Department. Attends conferences, seminars and meetings to obtain information beneficial to the Department and represent at conferences and meetings. Inspects bridges/structures for scoping field views to evaluate structural integrity or to assist Districts on an as-needed basis. Prepares correspondence and/or technical reports related to bridge engineering, Departmental policies and procedures, and other related matters. Performs other related duties as directed by Assistant Chief Bridge Engineer or Chief Bridge Engineer. This PD does not include every duty of the position and other duties outside of this PD may be asked. Safety 1. Assess your environment and be responsible for your safety, the safety of co-workers, and the public. 2. Attend required safety training and adhere to the requirements of all safety manuals, policies, and laws. 3. Immediately report to your supervisor any incident, unsafe practice, or near miss. 4. When in an enclosed environment (office buildings, confined spaces, flagger stations, equipment pinch points, etc.), know your evacuation process and escape route, your communication protocols, and appropriately react in the event of an incident. 5.Evaluate contractor operations: • Immediately stop unsafe actions • Engage in ongoing safety dialogue with the contractor’s leadership 6. Promote a CULTURE that emphasizes SAFETY as a core value: • Immediately stop any unsafe actions. • Incorporate safety into all discussions, deliberations, and decisions. • Continuously communicate the safety direction. • Inspire employees to be a MODEL for safety. • Encourage and support safety initiatives and programs by participating and involving staff. • Recognize safety daily. • Acknowledge EXTRAORDINARY achievements. • Learn and improve through After Action Reviews (AAR's) • Enforce accountability. Succession Planning Take an active role in succession planning by completing a Career Development Plan in collaboration with the supervisor. In conjunction with the supervisor, participate in knowledge management/transfer by identifying key aspects of the job and sharing explicit and tacit program/technical knowledge with other employees. Department Green Plan Policy: Commit to following the Departments Green Plan Policy (Pub 712) and the associated principles. Failure to comply with Department Green Plan Policy shall be documented in employee’s performance review. Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Unless directed otherwise by your supervisor or manager, comply with stated work hours for the 7.5/8.0 hour day. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Makes recommendations regarding complex engineering decisions in structural and bridge engineering. Makes engineering decisions on moderately complex structures for design approval, and analysis of complex structural issues. Directs and provides guidance to civil engineers employed within or outside of state government in various project aspects with the authority to compel specific action. Reviews and recommends for approval consultants' engineering proposals, preliminary plans, foundation designs, final plans, contract proposals, and construction phase submissions for all Interstate, major and complex structures to ensure cost effectiveness and compliance with design policies and standards in assigned District(s). Reviews and approves submissions for most bridge types and structures. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. Professional Engineer 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. 5. 6. |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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