State of Iowa
Mission and Core Values
Mission: Making Lives Better Through Transportation. The selected person will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception. Position Overview
District 6 Assistant Materials Engineer responsible for supporting the District 6 Materials Engineer with materials-related oversight of Iowa DOT highway and bridge projects within a 12‑county area in east central Iowa. Classification
This position is part of a Trainee/Journey Classification and is eligible for reclassification to a Transportation Engineer (current pay range: $72,238.40 - $111,238.40) within 6 months of hire with licensure as a PE. Location
Cedar Rapids Shift Requirements
Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours may vary, and some overtime may be required. Some overnight travel is required. Responsibilities
Providing engineering expertise and assistance to the District laboratory, HMA, PCC, and Aggregate Technicians including collecting samples, performing laboratory analysis, and reporting test results. Supporting the District Materials Engineer with oversight of the Independent Assurance Program (IAP) for materials testing in the District, including testing and independent assurance programs for profilograph, pavement thickness, aggregate production, pre‑cast concrete plants, etc. Supporting the District Materials Engineer by conducting materials documentation audits, performing pavement evaluations, and recommending bituminous mix design criteria for select projects. Reviewing quality control plans for materials suppliers and manufacturers. Visiting project sites to evaluate progress and specification compliance and to provide technical problem‑solving support to construction inspection staff. Conducting field trials, collecting data, and analyzing new products and testing procedures. Providing highway materials technical assistance through consultation to a variety of customers, including Iowa DOT staff, County/City/Consultant staff, contractors, and materials producers. Licenses and Certifications
Valid class C non‑commercial Driver’s License. Engineer certificate issued by the Iowa State Board of Engineering Examiners within 24 months of hire and licensure as a professional engineer within 6 years of hire for continued employment as a Transportation Engineer Associate. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) by the Iowa Engineering & Land Surveying Examining Board. Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance. Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year. Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match. Optional 401A plan with employer contributions. Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial). Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the AA/EEO Officer at aa‑eeo@iowadot.us. Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs. Minimum Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, mechanics, structural, or transportation engineering or in engineering management. Possession of a verification of graduation with major coursework in one of the above fields. Additional Information
Applicants hired with verification of graduation will be required to graduate with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university within 10 months of hire.
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Mission: Making Lives Better Through Transportation. The selected person will demonstrate actions and behaviors guided by Iowa DOT’s five CORE values: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception. Position Overview
District 6 Assistant Materials Engineer responsible for supporting the District 6 Materials Engineer with materials-related oversight of Iowa DOT highway and bridge projects within a 12‑county area in east central Iowa. Classification
This position is part of a Trainee/Journey Classification and is eligible for reclassification to a Transportation Engineer (current pay range: $72,238.40 - $111,238.40) within 6 months of hire with licensure as a PE. Location
Cedar Rapids Shift Requirements
Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM. Hours may vary, and some overtime may be required. Some overnight travel is required. Responsibilities
Providing engineering expertise and assistance to the District laboratory, HMA, PCC, and Aggregate Technicians including collecting samples, performing laboratory analysis, and reporting test results. Supporting the District Materials Engineer with oversight of the Independent Assurance Program (IAP) for materials testing in the District, including testing and independent assurance programs for profilograph, pavement thickness, aggregate production, pre‑cast concrete plants, etc. Supporting the District Materials Engineer by conducting materials documentation audits, performing pavement evaluations, and recommending bituminous mix design criteria for select projects. Reviewing quality control plans for materials suppliers and manufacturers. Visiting project sites to evaluate progress and specification compliance and to provide technical problem‑solving support to construction inspection staff. Conducting field trials, collecting data, and analyzing new products and testing procedures. Providing highway materials technical assistance through consultation to a variety of customers, including Iowa DOT staff, County/City/Consultant staff, contractors, and materials producers. Licenses and Certifications
Valid class C non‑commercial Driver’s License. Engineer certificate issued by the Iowa State Board of Engineering Examiners within 24 months of hire and licensure as a professional engineer within 6 years of hire for continued employment as a Transportation Engineer Associate. Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT) by the Iowa Engineering & Land Surveying Examining Board. Benefits
Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance. Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year. Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match. Optional 401A plan with employer contributions. Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling; legal, financial). Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the AA/EEO Officer at aa‑eeo@iowadot.us. Reasonable accommodation such as interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs. Minimum Requirements
Graduation from an accredited four‑year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in chemical, civil, construction, environmental, materials, mechanics, structural, or transportation engineering or in engineering management. Possession of a verification of graduation with major coursework in one of the above fields. Additional Information
Applicants hired with verification of graduation will be required to graduate with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year college or university within 10 months of hire.
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