STAFF 1 ASSOCIATE ENGINEER UNDERFILL
Salary
$64,414.80 - $95,630.40 Annually
Location
Carson City
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
2026-02885
Department
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
Opening Date
07/01/2026
Closing Date
7/8/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
D
Salary Grade
35
Full Physical Address of Position (City, State, Zip)
1263 S. Stewart St. Carson City NV
Job Summary
The Nevada Department of Transportation Road Design Division is hiring for a Staff 1 Associate Engineer Underfill in Carson City, NV. The incumbent will develop contract plans to construct roadway projects throughout the State and will produce computer-aided drafting (CADD) drawings that represent roadway cross sections, freeway interchanges, roundabouts, sidewalk details, traffic control, striping, and other special construction details. Duties include preparing typical sections, profiles, cross sections and special details; calculating and compiling plan quantities, preparing estimate summaries and structure lists, and incorporating quantities into the current estimating system; and producing traffic control and striping plans while providing technical input into design decisions. The incumbent will utilize various computer applications to calculate, compile, and manipulate data into usable formats and will prepare and verify roadway geometrics using InRoads and MicroStation. Responsibilities include reviewing and recommending changes to design plans, researching and compiling project data for incorporation into contract plans, and entering quantities and estimate data into NDOT systems. The Staff 1 Engineer works within a team to complete a contract plan set and will be assigned tasks such as calculating quantities, developing estimates, producing CADD drawings, and coordinating with other NDOT divisions to incorporate other engineering disciplines into the contract plans. The incumbent will develop knowledge of and apply roadway design standards set by AASHTO, FHWA, MUTCD, and NDOT Design Division Policy and Procedures. Additional responsibilities include verifying the accuracy of work produced by others, acting as team leader during field reviews, and assisting with training needs. NOTE: THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO UNDERFILL A STAFF 2 ASSOCIATE ENGINEER. INCUMBENT MAY PROGRESS TO THE NEXT LEVEL AFTER MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SATISFACTORY PERFORMANCE, AND WITH APPROVAL OF THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY. The Job Duties section listed in this announcement reflect the Statewide Class Specifications for all Staff I positions and do not fully correlate with the specific duties this roadway design position will be asked to perform. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Please note that this position is on-site and does not offer remote work options.
Associate Engineers perform a broad range of engineering work not requiring licensure by the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors. Associate Engineers are distinguished from Engineering Technicians by greater latitude in the interpretation and application of established engineering criteria, and their technical expertise in the particular program area and/or knowledge acquired in a baccalaureate course of study in engineering or a related discipline. In addition, Associate Engineer duties are typically distinguished from advanced Engineering Technician duties by a greater responsibility for reviewing, interpreting and using judgment to make recommendations and determinations based on data received, organized, compiled and summarized by lower level technical staff including Engineering Technicians
Essential Qualifications
Certification by the Nevada State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors as an Engineer Intern; OR Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering or a closely related engineering field; OR two years of journey level technical experience equivalent to an Engineering Technician III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
Job Duties
Participate in the planning, design, analysis and inspection of construction and maintenance of transportation and highway systems, bridges, and other structures.
Design and analyze traffic systems including traffic signal systems, highway lighting systems, traffic striping detail and overhead traffic sign support structures.
Design and evaluate pavement structural sections for new and existing roadways; develop new structural section or develop appropriate rehabilitation strategy.
Perform technical and statutory review of water right applications; assist in hearings, preparing draft State Engineer Rulings and assist in administering water rights including water allocation, inventories, and distribution.
Provide water quality clearance for highway projects including technical reports for inclusion in required environmental impact statements and ensure compliance with federal and State water quality regulations; perform assessments and determine compliance with federal and State requirements regarding air quality, noise control and hazardous waste and prepare required reports.
Review applications, oversee inspections, and recommend appropriate enforcement action for facilities subject to federal and State regulations governing wastewater treatment, air pollution control, solid and hazardous waste management, and site remediation; review designs and implementation of pollution control systems and environmental remediation projects.
Identify new, replaced and/or rehabilitated bridges and map the location for future scheduling; obtain and review bridge plans and specifications; participate in on-site inspections of in-service bridges to gather field data and prepare final inspection report.
Conduct on-site highway construction inspections to ensure adherence to specifications and recommend corrective action when needed; prepare final reports including the Construction Engineering Manpower Management System (CEMMS) for construction contracts awarded by the department.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Incumbents either:
1) work under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional Engineer and gain knowledge and experience required for licensure as a professional engineer;
or
2) work under general supervision and perform engineering work not requiring licensure. Staff I positions are distinguished from higher level Engineering Technicians by their participation in project design and management; responsibility for testing and inspections and the interpretation of results; determining the impact on project activities; and making design recommendations to professional engineers.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Working knowledge of: practical application of algebra, geometry and trigonometry to specific problems and situations.
Skills in: engineering principles and practices; graph and table formatting.
Ability to: make computations and calculations involving the application of engineering principles; read and understand technical reports, maps, specifications, plans and related documents; write technical reports and compose correspondence for transmittal to other governmental agencies; convert mathematical data, quantities and measurements and calculate area, volume, length and proportion; plan, organize and schedule work to accomplish established objectives; work within a Cartesian coordinate system; work as part of a team; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with contractors, co-workers, and representatives from other agencies; work independently and follow through on assignments; interact diplomatically with the public in potentially hostile situations.
Recruiter Contact Information: Kelly Nieto - knieto@dot.nv.gov
The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages.
Please send direct Inquiries or correspondence to the recruiter listed on this announcement.
Benefits include:
Health Insurance: Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance programs for employees and their dependents/family are offered through the Public Employees' Benefits Program (PEBP).
Vacation: Accrual of three weeks of annual leave each year.
Sick Leave: Accrual of three weeks of sick leave each year.
Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: Participation in the Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees do not contribute to Social Security but will contribute to PERS if their position is at 50% or more full-time equivalency. For more information on how PERS service may impact Social Security benefits, visit the SSA publication.
Deferred Compensation: The State offers a voluntary Deferred Compensation Program.
No Nevada state income tax.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Eligible due to public sector employment.
Longevity Payments Eligibility: Employees who have received a performance rating of "standard" or better and have completed eight (8) or more years of continuous service are eligible for longevity pay.
Additional benefits may apply to employees covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), depending on their designated bargaining unit. For more information, visit the Labor Relations Unit (LRU).
For more details about your rights and responsibilities as a State of Nevada employee, please review the State of Nevada Employee Handbook (PDF).
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Third Monday in January.................. Martin Luther King, Jr.s Birthday
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Last Monday in May........................... Memorial Day
June 19................................................ Juneteenth Day
July 4.................................................... Independence Day
First Monday in September.............. Labor Day
Last Friday in October....................... Nevada Day
November 11........................................ Veterans Day
Fourth Thursday in November........ Thanksgiving Day
Friday following the Fourth Thursday in November...................... Family Day
December 25........................................ Christmas Day
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