Engineer

State of Nebraska; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 90,922,000 - 95,054,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nebraska in Lincoln, NE is seeking an Engineer to join the Transportation - Agency 27 team. You will work from concept to construction on highway and bridge projects, performing technical reviews, cost estimates, and scope development.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multiple divisions, compliance with standards, and professional growth through training and advancement opportunities. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline; FE exam within one year of employment.
• Preferred focus in civil/transportation engineering with highway experience.
• Experience with highway/bridge project scope, estimates, and surveys is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Conduct reviews and prepare reports for highway/bridge projects, including resurfacing and improvements.
• Coordinate with divisions and agencies to ensure compliance with design standards and regs.
• Develop project scope, cost estimates, and alternatives for road projects.
• Maintain project documentation, status updates, and communications across teams.
• Support survey planning and management of contracted survey work as needed.
• Attend meetings and assist the Project Scoping Engineer as required.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Mathematics

Communication

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

ABET/EAC or CEAB accreditation requirement

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

ProjectWise

AASHTOware

Job description

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency

Transportation - Agency 27

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate $31.968

Job Posting JR2026-00028655 Engineer (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed)

Job Description At the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), our engineers make a lasting impact by delivering transportation projects that improve safety, mobility, and quality of life for communities across the state. As an Engineer in the Project Development Division, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to scope and develop projects that shape Nebraska's transportation system from concept to construction.

NDOT fosters a collaborative and supportive work environment where innovation, professional growth, and continuous learning are encouraged. We invest in our employees through training, career development, advancement opportunities, flexible work arrangements, paid leave, and a comprehensive benefits package that includes a 156% retirement match.

Job Duties

• Conduct engineering reviews and prepare technical reports for highway and bridge construction projects that involve replacement or resurfacing of existing roadway pavement, shoulder widening, culvert extension, bridge improvement/replacement, and/or geometric correction.
• Review and analyze pavement condition and other information about the existing roadway, including typical cross sections, structural information, right-of-way information, culvert data, and proximity of environmentally sensitive resources, request improvement recommendations from engineers in other divisions, coordinate with internal staff and other State and/or Federal agencies to ensure compliance with design standards and other applicable State and Federal regulations.
• Research agency databases or consult with agency employees and analyze existing roadway information and identify needs or deficiencies; determine and recommend project scope definitions.
• Develop detailed project cost estimates by calculating quantities in accordance with Standard Specifications for Highway Construction.
• Develop and document alternatives for elements of project scope as needed to determine solutions for project scope.
• Develop preliminary survey requests by estimating the project area.
• Perform project site visits to facilitate development of the scope of work regarding roadway culverts (there will not be overnight travel).
• Maintain communication between NDOT divisions and district offices concerning elements of project scope.
• Update and organize computer files used in the project development phase of a design or construction/improvement projects.
• Manage multiple projects that are at various stages of completion simultaneously.
• Maintain and update project status and needs.
• Participate in meetings as needed.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Provide assistance to the Project Scoping Engineer as assigned.
• Assist the Project Scoping Engineer in the development, assignment, and management of contracted survey projects.
• Assist Project Scoping Engineer and Project Studies and Survey Engineer as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in an Engineering discipline. Must pass the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (FE) within one year of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with transportation related focus.
• Educational experience and knowledge in the design of highways, streets, culverts, and storm sewers.
• Educational experience and knowledge in the preparation of highway construction plans, construction estimates, highway construction, highway inspection and highway surveying.
• Educational experience or other experience in MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, ProjectWise, and AASHTOware.

Other

• Degree must be from an EAC/ABET or CEAB(Canada)-accredited engineering program OR meet the NCEES Engineering Education Standard.
• Valid driver's license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation is required.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of: General engineering practices and standards (preference to Civil Engineering).
• Skilled in: Mathematics and engineering problem solving; use of computers to communicate, record and analyze information related to work; written and oral communications; organization and record keeping.
• Ability to: Consistently maintain a professional attitude during day-to-day operations; develop necessary professional relationships in order to be effective; manage multiple tasks and information effectively and accurately with attention to detail; occasionally work outdoors for project site visits.

Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.

Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics.