DEPT OF TRANSPORTATION

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING SPECIALIST 

($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

Job Location:

BRIDGE OPERATIONS
205 S. 17th Avenue
Phoenix AZ 85007

Posting Details:

Salary: $61,477.00 - $71,477.00 
Anticipated Salary: $66,477.00

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Grade: 22

Closing Date: December 1, 2025

Job Summary:

This position supports all sections within the Bridge Group and provides user support for PC and GADD workstations. Manages and maintains various bridge and geotechnical computer applications. Maintains servers and licensing in support of design and database applications and develops reports in support of bridge construction cost reporting. Manages the groups drone fleet and performs drone missions in support of geotechnical and bridge inspection needs.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

*This position is eligible for a $4,000 hiring incentive

Job Duties:

Provides highly technical computer expertise to support all Sections within the Bridge Group. Provides GADD and design software and hardware support. Troubleshoots and tests bridge group software applications to solve issues regarding performance or inoperability. Coordinates with other subject matter experts in the technical groups on digital delivery of processes and applications. Manages and maintains bridge applications software and updates on bridge client PCs and various servers. Manages vendor licensing requirements. Keeps Bridge PC Image up-to-date. Coordinates with ITG on computer upgrade needs and software requests. Supports the various units drives for document storage. Keeps track of all Bridge Equipment Transfers.

Manages the group's fleet of drones. Maintains and updates firmware and software in support of drone use. Manages necessary replacement or repair needs of the drone inventory and makes recommendations for upgrades or replacement needs. Assists the group with FAA licensing requirements and pilot certification for others in the unit. Tests and Upgrades AASHTOWare Bridge Rating ( BrR) database on SOL server and Open Database Connectivity (ODBC) clients. Researches and evaluates new products and methods. Reviews and recommends approval of software and hardware procurement. Coordinates PC Refresh Operations.

Writes or prepares detailed reports based on research, analysis and evaluation of engineering data. Generates and submits Annual Bridge Unit Cost (BUG) Report. Updates Bridge Group Web Page. Other duties as assigned as related to the position.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:
*Knowledge of GADD policies and procedure
*Knowledge of GADD software applications
*Knowledge of website maintenance, PC Image update and vendor licensing.

Skill in:
*Skill in research and development of engineering hardware and software.
*Skill in analyzing and evaluating engineering data.
*Skill in written and oral communication
*Skill in using Google Workspace

Ability to:
*Ability to troubleshoot and repair hardware and software.
*Ability to gather and maintain information for multiple databases.
*Ability to maintain liaison between different groups including ADOT Information Technology Group (ITG).

Selective Preference(s):

Bachelor of Science degree in civil engineering or a closely related field and two years equivalent to a Transportation Engineering Associate;
OR three years' experience at a Senior Transportation Engineering Technician level (grade 18 or above);
OR completion of the Arizona Department of Transportation Engineer-In-Training (E.I.T.) program;
OR registration a