State of South Carolina
posted 4 months ago
The Design Automation Engineer will play a crucial role in the South Carolina Department of Transportation by assisting with the design, maintenance, procurement, testing, program customization, and implementation of CADD Workspaces and engineering software programs. This position is essential for streamlining project setup and data access for various design teams, including hydraulic design, roadway design, geotechnical design, and bridge structural design. The engineer will be responsible for customizing programs in accordance with the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) and department specifications, ensuring that all processes meet the required guidelines. Additionally, the engineer will recommend and promote automation procedures to enhance existing drafting and plotting processes, thereby improving efficiency and productivity within the department. In this role, the engineer will provide technical assistance to the Regional Production Group offices, focusing on CADD, engineering software, and plotting controls to expedite project design time. Training and technical assistance will be provided to users of plan development programs, ensuring that all team members are equipped with the necessary skills to utilize the software effectively. The engineer will also assist in the development and support of electronic engineering roadway construction data for SCDOT construction offices and contractors, facilitating communication and data transfer between various stakeholders. The Design Automation Engineer will represent Engineering Support in meetings and conferences, providing oral and written evaluation reports, technical documentation, and presentations to management. Customized documentation will be created to assist users in software usage, and the engineer will attend technical conferences to stay updated on industry trends and advancements. The role may also involve providing engineering plotting services to the department, producing special plots and PowerPoint presentations for executive meetings. Furthermore, the engineer will assist the Regional Production Groups with project-specific tasks, including engineering data analysis, DTM modeling, and plan preparation, as needed for training or technical support. Other related duties may be assigned as necessary.