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Arizona Department Of Transportation

Roadway Standards Engineer

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Arizona Department Of Transportation

The Arizona Department of Transportation designs, builds, and maintains transportation systems.

Update and ensure compliance of roadway design standards while providing technical guidance.
10 days ago ago
$94,000 - $104,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Phoenix, AZ
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Project Management
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Consulting
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Highways
Motor Vehicle
Transportation Planning
Aeronautics
Public Transit
Administrative Services
Role

Description

standards chair
compliance review
cadd graphics
technical assistance
policy coordination
design review

The position also chairs the roadway standards subcommittee and carries out tasks assigned by the ADOT Standards Committee. Additional duties include providing technical assistance to design, construction, and maintenance staff personnel on the application of AASHTO, as well as supporting the Attorney General's Office and Risk Management on the roadway design policies.

Serve as the Chair of the Roadway Standards Subcommittee and be responsible for all roadway standards tasks assigned by the ADOT Standards Committed. This includes development, coordination and obtaining approvals from other ADOT technical groups and FHWA; and review of new roadway related products for possible inclusion, approval or reapproval in the ADOT APL.

The role also manages technical resources, updates graphics with CADD support, and ensures compliance of design documentation with State and Federal laws and Road Design Guidelines.

Work with the Roadway Group Manager, Pre-Design & Standard Section Manager, and other technical groups to review and update roadway technical standards, guidelines, reports, and procedures to conform to current national design standards. This includes representing ADOT and includes representing ADOT and Roadway Engineering Group at technical committees, task force and research

Serve as Roadway Engineering Group's Compliance Review Manager to ensure design documentation complies with State and Federal roadway design policies and standards. This includes reviewing construction and permit plans, engineering studies and reports, estimates and special provisions developed by ADOT and consultant design professionals. Represent ADOT, in responding to, providing technical expertise and representation in legal proceedings and addressing roadway technical design criteria standards and practices in response to legal questions, inquiries related to roadway design claims or other matters. Leads, directs, supervises, mentors, develops, trains, coordinates, and provides expertise in leading roadway design and technical team members in professional and personal areas.

Under the direction of the Predesign & Standard manager, this role reviews and updates roadway technical reports, guidelines, and standards to align with national publications and other state agency requirements. It coordinates with standards engineers from other groups to ensure consistent application of policies and provisions.

Requirements

arizona pe
roadway design
civil engineering
aashto
google workspace
driver's license

Mandatory participation in the Arizona Retirement System (ASRS) is required.

ion Engineer.- Some out of town travel may be required for this position.

Ability to:- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a wide range of professional and governmental representatives and the public and the ability to respond to verbal and written questions from the public or governmental representatives.-Analytic and interpretive abilities to understand and apply complex state and federal regulations relating to highway development.- The ability to analyze and evaluate a wide variety of engineering data and the ability to develop and implement appropriate standards, procedures and priorities for assigned work.- Ability to effectively communicate in written and verbal form. Ability to conduct meetings and presentations to a variety of audiences and achieve consensus on key issues as necessary.- Ability to independent thinking and to apply judgement in abstract situations.

Selective Preference(s)

Requirements:This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R2-10-207.11).

Phoenix AZ 85007

ent start date.- 5-10 years of Roadway Design Experience required.- A valid driver's license is required if the incumbent is to be an authorized state driver.All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

  • A valid Arizona PE is required for this position. A candidate who holds an active PE in another state will be required to meet registration requirements set forth by the Arizona Technical Board of Registration and attain an Arizona PE from the Board within 6 months of employm

Knowledge of:- Total knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering as applied to the development, design, construction and maintenance of the State Highway System.- Complete understanding of Federal and State regulations, policies, procedures, design standards and guidelines as applicable to the highway development process.- Thorough knowledge of ADOT's Roadway Design Guidelines (RDG) and AASHTO's design guidelines, including but not limited to those related to Roadway Geometrics, Roadside Design, Highway Safety Manual, Interstate Policy, etc.- Thorough knowledge of State Statutes, safety practices, and the organization and responsibilities of the Project Delivery and Operations (PDO) Division.- Knowledge of Google Workspace

Skill in:- Skill in managing, planning, and organizing work and resources, negotiating and achieving consensus within a team environment.- Skill in leadership and employee relationships, listening and problem solving.- Skill in researching and interpreting a wide variety of highly technical data and analyzing and designing major highway related projects.- Skill in implementing, supporting and promoting ADOT procedures and policies.- Skill in personnel management, mentoring, training, supervising and developing roadway designers and engineers.

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

Education includes a BS in Civil Engineering or closely related field and various employer training courses and seminars relevant to position.- Experience equivalent to a Transportat

Benefits

($4,000 Hiring Incentive)

dental insurance• Retirement plan• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insuranceBy providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Salary: $94,000.00 - $104,000.00

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:• Sick leave• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).• Health and

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

Anticipated Salary: $99,000.00

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

  • must pass driver’s license record checks and maintain an acceptable driving record.
  • all new hires must complete the electronic employment eligibility verification program (e‑verify).
Company

Overview

1974
Year Founded
The founding year marks the inception of the department responsible for Arizona's transportation systems.
  • Designs, constructs, and maintains highways, bridges, and public transit systems to ensure efficient travel across the state.
  • Focuses on both state and local roadways, providing critical infrastructure that supports Arizona’s economy and daily life.
  • Collaborates with local governments and private sectors to improve transportation safety, reduce congestion, and increase mobility.
  • Key projects include road widening, bridge repair, and the development of intelligent transportation systems.
  • Promotes public safety through initiatives like traffic enforcement, driver education, and road hazard mitigation.
  • Committed to adapting transportation networks to Arizona's dynamic climate and rapid urban growth.
  • Budget is allocated to both immediate projects and long-term infrastructure improvements to support a growing population and evolving transportation needs.

Culture + Values

Environment + Sustainability

114 Million Grant
Carbon Reduction Program Funding
ADOT secured $114 million over five years to reduce transportation emissions by promoting lower-emission travel options and construction methods.
27 Million Grant
Low-Carbon Paving Materials
ADOT received $27 million from the Federal Highway Administration to study and implement low-carbon paving materials, starting in 2025.
76.5 Million EV Funding
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Plan
ADOT allocated $76.5 million for EV charging stations, ensuring chargers are spaced no more than 50 miles apart along interstate corridors.
  • In January 2024, ADOT finalized its Carbon Reduction Strategy, establishing measurable performance targets for greenhouse gas emissions in coordination with MPOs.
  • Through its Sustainable Transportation Program, ADOT has operationalized sustainability across administrative, planning, design, construction, operations and maintenance activities, with dedicated teams on air quality, wildlife conservation, noise, water resources and hazardous materials.
  • ADOT implements a Sustainable Pavement Program using life-cycle assessment (LCA) and life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) to optimize pavement life cycles, reduce environmental impact and material usage.
  • ADOT’s net-zero target date is not stated explicitly in publicly available strategy documents.

Inclusion & Diversity

  • ADOT’s public sources do not include a disclosed DEI strategy or gender‑related statistics
  • No quantifiable outcomes (e.g., percentage of women employees or leadership roles) are available in ADOT’s official communications
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