Designer - Road Design

Munro Footwear Group; Helena (MT); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Culture of public service and work/lif

Hybrid remote work option

Health centers for state employees

State retirement plan and deferredcomp

Job summary

Montana Department of Transportation is seeking a Designer in the Road Design section in Helena. The role involves in-depth engineering analyses, contract administration, and oversight of project design.

It may include lead duties and working within established guidelines to deliver quality outcomes. The position offers a career ladder with advancement opportunities and a hybrid remote work possibility, subject to program needs and supervisor approval.

Qualifications

• Entry Level: knowledge and skills acquired through education and experience equivalent to four years of design-related work, or two years with an associate's degree and CAD/survey experience, or a bachelor's in civil engineering or related field.

Responsibilities

• Conducts in-depth engineering analysis and applies sound professional judgment.
• Administers contracts and oversees project design and delivery.
• May serve as lead worker and guide others on engineering objectives.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Engineering judgment

Road design knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Two-year associate's degree in CAD, survey, or related field

Two+ years of design-related education/experience

Tools

CAD software

Job description

Job Description - Designer - Road Design (26142067)

Designer - Road Design - ( 26142067 )

Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting for a Designer in the Road Design Section. This position is responsible for conducting in-depth engineering and analysis, administering contracts, overseeing projects and project design, and may serve as a lead worker. Work is assigned through instruction on specific engineering objectives and direction, and the incumbent determines the best solution based on established engineering guidelines, knowledge, and skills. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional judgment.

This position is part of a career ladder with advancement opportunities.

Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include:

• Culture of publics service and a commitment to work/life balance
• Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
• Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
• State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
• Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
• Benefits apply on the first day of employment
• Entry Level - The required knowledge and skills are typically acquired through a combination of education and experience equivalent to four years of design-related experience, or two years of design-related experience and a two-year associate's degree in computer-aided design, survey, or a related field, or a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field.
• Mid-Level - This position also requires a minimum of 2 years of related work experience.
• Top Level - This position also requires a minimum of 3 years related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Develops sufficient engineering knowledge, skills, and judgment in a specific practice area to perform the routine engineering taks in the assigned area
• Broad knowledge of engineering practices and principles and construction methods, processes, and procedures, computer-assisted drafting and design software, and engineering techniques are required for projects of moderate complexity
• A journey level knowledge of federal guidelines and procedures regarding road design and construction is required
• Possess effective oral and written communication skills in order to assist with client, customer, or official contacts and communication pertaining to specific assignment or meetings

Other Information

Driver's record will be verified. Successful applicants will be required to sign a release form which authorizes the Department to obtain the applicant's permanent driving record. Compliance with Mont. Admin. R. 2.6.201, "State Vehicle Use," and MDT Policy 6.03.001, "State Vehicle Use Policy" are conditions of employment.

This position is being posted in accordance with the bargaining unit agreement. Non-bargaining unit employees or employees of another bargaining unit may apply. If the position is not filled with a bargaining unit applicant, the non-bargaining unit applicants may be considered. However, bargaining unit applicants will have preference.

The Montana Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans and disabled veterans are encouraged to apply. People with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may call the Human Resources and Occupational Safety Division, at 406.444.6054.

MDT is committed to continuous improvement of our employee safety program and our safety and health processes, and to achieving an injury-free workplace.

Proof of eligibility to work in the United States must be provided if selected for hire. Generally, sponsorship for work authorization is not available through the State of Montana.

MDT participates in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility. After accepting a job offer and completing Form I-9, your information will be submitted to the Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration for verification. For more information about E-Verify, please visit the E-Verify website found at https://www.e-verify.gov .

Applicant Pool Statement : If another department vacancy occurs in this job title within six months, the same applicant pool may be used for the selection. Training Assignment : Not Applicable

Salary: $

31.49 - 39.36 Hourly Telework Eligibility : Telework Eligible (Full-time telework is not available. Telework schedule must be supervisor approved.) Benefits Package Eligibility : Health Insurance, Paid Leave & Holidays, Retirement Plan

Number of Openings

1

Employee Status

Regular

Schedule

Full-Time

Job Type

Standard

Shift

Day Job

Travel

Yes, 5 % of the Time

Primary Location

Helena Agency : Department of Transportation Union : Montana Federation of Public Employees

Posting Date

Aug 13, 2026, 4:12:45 PM

Closing Date

Aug 28, 2026, 5:59:00 AM

State government does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth or medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, creed, political beliefs or affiliation, veteran status, military service, retaliation, or any other factor not related to merit and qualifications of an employee or applicant.