Engineer Intern 1-2

State of Louisiana; Bretagne; On-site; EUR 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana DOTD invites applications for the Construction Engineer Intern 1 or 2 role in Ascension Parish. Training is provided with opportunities for career progression through the Engineering job series.

Compensation includes Special Entrance Rates: Engineer Intern 1 at $33.66 hourly and Engineer Intern 2 at $36.02 hourly, with biweekly pay. Positions may be filled as promotional or probational.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Applicants from other states may apply but must obtain a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate prior to appointment.
• Licensing requirements may be viewed at lapels.com.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Reviews plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitors or assists with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinates with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and internal DOTD staff.
• Reviews quantities, documentation, payments, work zone information, or project-related materials as assigned.
• Supports construction certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audit activities.
• Assists with resolving construction-related issues, technical questions, or project delivery concerns.
• Supports emergency or disaster response activities as needed.

Education

Engineer Intern Certificate

Job description

Posting number: 61/50319827/EI1-2/10.16.26-VC

Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division: District 61- Baton Rouge

Job classification: ENGINEER INTERN 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Engineering, Transportation, Miscellaneous

Summary

DISTRICT 61 - UNIT 206 – ASCENSION PARISH

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

DOTD is seeking a Construction Engineer Intern 1 or 2 to support transportation projects and programs. This position supports the development, delivery, maintenance, or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles, conducting technical analysis, coordinating projects, and conducting compliance-related reviews.

No prior engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Position is located in Ascension Parish, and report to the Engineer 6.

Examples of duties

Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
NOTE:
Applications will be accepted from persons who possess a current Engineer Intern Certificate in states other than Louisiana. However, the applicant will be required to obtain a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all requirements are met.
NOTE:
Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Supplemental information

Job Duties:

• Performs engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Reviews plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitors or assists with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinates with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and internal DOTD staff.
• Reviews quantities, documentation, payments, work zone information, or project-related materials as assigned.
• Supports construction certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audit activities.
• Assists with resolving construction-related issues, technical questions, or project delivery concerns.
• Supports emergency or disaster response activities as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern 1 or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation:

Engineer Intern 1 – Special Entrance Rate (SER) $33.66 hourly / $2,692.80 Biweekly.
Engineer Intern 2 –Special Entrance Rate (SER) $36.02 hourly / $2,881.60 Biweekly.

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a promotion or probational appointment.

Upcoming Graduates:

Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification and confirmation that the applicant has received a qualifying degree. If selected, the applicant will be eligible to begin work the day after graduation. The selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcript confirming graduation within 60 days of hire.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Ryan White
Project Engineer, Unit 206
225-675-5320
[e-mail]

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.