ENGINEER 6 (DISTRICT LAB)

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development in Lafayette, LA is seeking an experienced District Laboratory Engineer (Engineer 6) to lead materials testing, QA, and geotechnical support for District 03 projects.

The role supervises lower-level engineers and technicians, manages sub-grade surveys, design approvals, and compliance reviews, and serves as District Radiation Safety Officer for nuclear density gauges.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering plus one of the following.
• Two years of licensed engineering experience; or six years of professional engineering experience.
• A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of professional engineering experience.
• A doctorate degree in engineering will substitute for two years of professional engineering experience.
• Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of professional engineering experience.
• There is no substitution for licensed engineering experience.
• Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

Responsibilities

• Manages programs for sub-grade soil surveys, materials sampling and testing, base design, and sampling for wastewater management
• Administrates the TR602, DOTD Record Test, and FHWA Independent Assurance programs as required by Federal and State regulations and policies to provide an independent in-place materials audit.
• Conducts Districtwide evaluations of complex materials problems requiring advanced technique knowledge of materials and their characteristics
• Approves designs for asphaltic concrete, Portland cement concrete, and base materials, and monitor their applications to assure conformance to DOTD requirements.
• Conducts materials usage and documentation audits (Form 2059) for every construction project within the District for final project acceptance.
• Serves as the District Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), responsible for the proper usage, transport, and storage for all nuclear density test gauges in the District and for the proper documentation thereof.
• Assists in updating the Department’s Standard Specification, including the implementation of new technology, materials, and techniques, and reviews current sampling and testing methods, and investigates and proposes ways to eliminate, reduce, or increase the efficiencies of such methods.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities

Education

Professional Engineer license (Louisiana)

Master's degree in engineering substitutes for 1 year experience

Doctorate degree in engineering substitutes for 2 years experience

Advanced degrees substitute for up to 2 years experience

Job description

About This Job

DISTRICT 03 / U153 / Engineer 6 (District Lab)

JOB NUMBER: 03-14358-ENG6-09102026-DS

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 to serve as the District 03 Laboratory Engineer expert while supervising lower-level Engineers or Engineering Technicians. This position supports transportation projects and programs through materials evaluation, materials testing, geotechnical exploration, quality assurance, specification development, and technical support for transportation projects.

This role plays a critical part in advancing DOTD’s mission by supporting the development, delivery, maintenance, or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles, conducting technical analysis, coordinating projects, and conducting compliance-related reviews.

This position is located in Lafayette Parish and reports to the Engineer 8, ADA Engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering plus one of the following:

• Two years of licensed engineering experience; or
• Six years of professional engineering experience.

Experience Substitutions

A master's degree in engineering will substitute for one year of professional engineering experience.

A doctorate degree in engineering will substitute for two years of professional engineering experience.

Advanced degrees will substitute for a maximum of two years of professional engineering experience.

There is no substitution for licensed engineering experience.

Notes

Engineering experience gained while licensed as a professional engineer will be accepted as licensed engineering experience.

Engineering experience gained after earning an ABET-accredited degree and prior to earning a professional engineer's license (e.g., as an engineer intern applicant, engineer intern, or equivalent) will be accepted as professional level engineering experience.

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

• Manages programs for sub-grade soil surveys, materials sampling and testing, base design, and sampling for wastewater management
• Administrates the TR602, DOTD Record Test, and FHWA Independent Assurance programs as required by Federal and State regulations and policies to provide an independent in-place materials audit.
• Conducts Districtwide evaluations of complex materials problems requiring advanced technique knowledge of materials and their characteristics
• Approves designs for asphaltic concrete, Portland cement concrete, and base materials, and monitor their applications to assure conformance to DOTD requirements.
• Conducts materials usage and documentation audits (Form 2059) for every construction project within the District for final project acceptance.
• Serves as the District Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), responsible for the proper usage, transport, and storage for all nuclear density test gauges in the District and for the proper documentation thereof.
• Assists in updating the Department’s Standard Specification, including the implementation of new technology, materials, and techniques, and reviews current sampling and testing methods, and investigates and proposes ways to eliminate, reduce, or increase the efficiencies of such methods.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities

Position-Specific Details

Compensation: This position qualifies for a Special Entrance Rate (SER) of $4,324.80 bi-weekly.

Appointment Type: This position is open to only current DOTD employees.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Lea SmithEngineer 8

DOTD District 03

337-262-6104

Louisiana is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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.

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