Construction Engineer (E3–E5): Career Growth & SER Pay

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Columbia (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) invites applications for a District 58 engineer position in Caldwell Parish. The role supports construction project delivery, field engineering, documentation, and contractor coordination under DOTD standards.

Training is provided; licensure is required upon appointment. The position encompasses plan reviews, project records management, and coordination with contractors and internal staff, with potential career progression through the

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.
• If licensed in another state, applicant must obtain Louisiana license prior to appointment.
• Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board licensing requirements may be viewed at www.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

Louisiana Professional Engineer license

LA license reciprocity (out-of-state applicants may apply)

Job description

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) invites applications for a District 58 engineer position in Caldwell Parish. The role supports construction project delivery, field engineering, documentation, and contractor coordination under DOTD standards.

Training is provided; licensure is required upon appointment. The position encompasses plan reviews, project records management, and coordination with contractors and internal staff, with potential career progression through the