Engineer Manager Licensed 14 (Operations Engineer) - Newberry TSC

Do you enjoy leading a team and coordinating the work that keeps Michigan moving? Are you a clear communicator who can balance priorities and help people work toward shared goals? As the next operations engineer at the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) Newberry Transportation Service Center (TSC), you’ll lead essential operations that support safe, reliable travel throughout the area. In this role, you’ll oversee maintenance and system operations, including winter response, traffic safety, permits and facility needs. You’ll bring organization and sound judgment to a broad range of responsibilities, setting priorities, managing deadlines and making sure your team has the direction and resources needed to deliver its work. You’ll build productive relationships with employees, contractors, local agencies, law enforcement and the public. Your ability to listen, communicate clearly and approach different perspectives with professionalism will help you coordinate work and make informed decisions. As a leader, you’ll set clear expectations, provide meaningful feedback and support the development of your team. If you’re ready to lead people and make a direct impact on Michigan’s transportation system, begin your journey with MDOT today. As the next engineer manager licensed, you will be responsible for:

• Managing the TSC efforts to optimize system operations by focusing on mobility, reliability, accessibility and safety.
• Reducing user delay costs through actions to reduce and eliminate delays caused by incidents and inclement weather.
• Improving freeway freight operations through the use of enhanced technologies and efficient motor vehicle enforcement.
• Overseeing TSC maintenance operations efforts, including direct and contract maintenance.
• Overseeing TSC efforts in managing department assets regarding safety and operational issues.
• Leading efforts to improve traffic safety through actions to reduce the rate of crashes and fatalities.
• Leading utility and permit activities.
• Ensuring alignment with region and statewide policies and guidelines

Begin your journey with MDOT today!

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Engineer Manager Licensed 14 position. For additional information, please see the links below:

• Engineer Manager Licensed 14 position description
• All about MDOT

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc. The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer. Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

Education Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering

Experience Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13. To be considered for this position you must:

• Possess a valid driver's license.

• Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.

• If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

View job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EngineerManagerLicensed.pdf

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment. The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results. The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises. If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at [email protected].