ENGINEER 3

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an Engineer 3, 4, or 5 to support bridge and structural design and preservation across projects statewide. Training is provided, with opportunities for progression within the Engineering job series.

Positions report to the Bridge Inspection Engineer and offer varied career paths. Engineering licensure in Louisiana is required, with waivers for out-of-state engineers pursuing LA licensure.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.
• Note: Applications from those with an Engineer Intern Certificate in other states are allowed if they will obtain a LA Engineer Intern Certificate prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Bridge design

Structural analysis

Plan development

Project coordination

Technical reviews

Education

Louisiana PE license (Professional Engineer)

Job description

About This Job

Section 51 - Bridge Maintenance and Facilities Maintenance

51/50696683/ENG3-5/08.05.26-AA

At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About This Position:

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 an experienced Engineer 3, 4, or 5 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 licensed engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located Statewide, and report to Engineer 7/ Bridge Inspection Engineer.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.

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.

Job Specification: 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.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.

Compensation

These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).

Engineer 3 – $2,671.20

Engineer 4 – $2,952.00

Engineer 5 – $3,158.40

Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); Job Appointment (temporary appointment in a classified position for a limit of four years); or by detail to special duty.

[OR] This position is open to only current DOTD employees; and may be filled by detail to special duty.

Additional Information:

This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply:

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Stephanie Doolittle

Bridge Inspection Engineer

225-379-1329

[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.