Bridge Design Engineer (Civil Engineer) - Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer Intern 2

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a Bridge and Structural Design Engineer to support transportation projects through design, preservation, load rating, and plan development. Training is provided with potential for career progression in the Engineering job series.

Positions are in East Baton Rouge parish, reporting to Engineer 6, with eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Training provided; no prior engineering experience required.
• Career progression through Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1 and Engineer Intern 2.
• Posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with bridge and structural design activities for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Review or prepare plans, calculations, specifications, estimates, and structural details.
• Perform or assist with bridge load ratings, structural evaluations, or bridge preservation activities.
• Provide technical support related to bridge rehabilitation, replacement, preservation, or new capacity projects.
• Coordinate with project managers, consultants, districts, construction staff, and other partners.
• Review bridge-related project documentation for accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Support development or maintenance of design guidance, standards, procedures, or technical documents.
• Assist with emergency response or technical reviews involving bridge or structural concerns.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Coordination

Education

Engineering degree or pursuing

Job description

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 Bridge and Structural Design Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through bridge and structural design, bridge preservation, load rating, plan development, and technical support for transportation infrastructure projects. 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.

Positions are located in East Baton Rouge parish and report to the Engineer 6.

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

NOTE: This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

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.

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

Job Duties:

• Assists with bridge and structural design activities for transportation infrastructure projects.
• Reviews or prepares plans, calculations, specifications, estimates, and structural details.
• Performs or assists with bridge load ratings, structural evaluations, or bridge preservation activities.
• Provides technical support related to bridge rehabilitation, replacement, preservation, or new capacity projects.
• Coordinates with project managers, consultants, districts, construction staff, and other internal or external partners.
• Reviews bridge-related project documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with applicable standards.
• Supports development or maintenance of design guidance, standards, procedures, or technical documents.
• Assists with emergency response or technical reviews involving bridge or structural concerns.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression:

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

Compensation:

• Engineer Intern Applicant – $1,923.20 biweekly
• Engineer Intern 1 – [SER] $2,692.80 biweekly
• Engineer Intern 2 – [SER] $2,881.60 biweekly

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment, the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

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.

Additional Information:

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.

Contact Information:

Mark Bucci, Bridge Design Engineer Administrator
Bridge Design, Section 25
[phone]
[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.