Engineer 3-5

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

District 58 – Unit 221– Caldwell Parish

JOB NUMBER: 58/50469371/E3-5/09.25.2026-JB 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.

About This Job

District 58 – Unit 221– Caldwell Parish JOB NUMBER: 58/50469371/E3-5/09.25.2026-JB 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 construction engineer to support transportation projects and programs through construction project delivery, field engineering, construction documentation, contractor coordination, and review of work performed in accordance with DOTD standards and specifications. 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. This position is located in Caldwell Parish and reports to the Project Engineer.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.

Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met.

Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses 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

Depending on level and assignment, Engineer 3 – Engineer 5 may:

• 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.

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 - $3,083.20 biweekly
• Engineer 4 - $3,529.60 biweekly
• Engineer 5 - $3,776.80 biweekly

Additional compensation may be considered 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.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Bridget Mappus ADA of Construction 318-649-2163 [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