Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer Intern 2 (Design)

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development is seeking an Engineer Intern Applicant–Engineer Intern 2 to support transportation projects through design and analysis. Training is provided and advancement potential exists within the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish and report to Engineer 6. Eligible for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate; this is a temporary posting with potential for permanent status.

Qualifications

• Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Training provided with opportunities for career progression in the Engineering job series.

Responsibilities

• Prepares construction plans for pavement preservation, contract maintenance, safety and related projects at the District level.
• Prepares and processes proposals and contracts for letter bids in accordance with Department policies and reviews bids for compliance.
• Knowledge of State and Federal design standards; uses CAD, spreadsheet, word processing and other specialized software.
• Provides technical expertise and assistance to District Permit Specialists and the US Army Corps of Engineers; prepares major repair and reimbursable project proposals.

Education

eligibility for Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate

Tools

CAD software

Spreadsheet

Word processing

Other engineering software

Job description

District 61-Unit 170 – East Baton Rouge

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 Engineer Intern Applicant – Engineer Intern 2 to support transportation projects and programs through design. 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 engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish, and report to theEngineer 6 .

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

NOTE: This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

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.

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 Intern Applicant-Engineer Intern 2 may:

• Prepares construction plans for pavement preservation, contract maintenance, safety and other related projects at the District level which includes the following: design of guard rail systems, analysis and design of drainage structures, determination of work zone signing, pavement markings and roadway geometrics preparation of cost estimates, preparation of detours, typical sections, loop layouts and plan quantities to be included in a complete plan set.
• Prepares and processes proposals and contracts for letter bids in accordance with Department policies, as well as reviewing bids for compliance.
• Preparation of plans will require knowledge of State and Federal design standards, guidelines and policies. Knowledge and training is also necessary in computer aided design, spreadsheet, word processing and other specialized computer software.
• Performs miscellaneous functions such as: Providing technical expertise and assistance to the District Permit Specialists and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Preparing proposals for Major Repair and Reimbursable Projects. Serves on various District and Statewide committees, task forces and/or teams as requested.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation:

• Engineer Intern Applicant – $24.04 hourly / $1,923.20 Biweekly. Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

• Engineer Intern 1 – Special Entrance Rate (SER) $33.66 hourly / $2,692.80 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

• Engineer Intern 2 – Special Entrance Rate (SER) $36.02 hourly / $2,881.60 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate plus one year of professional engineering experience.

Appointment Type:

This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment, the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

Upcoming Graduates:

Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon verification and confirmation that the applicant has received a qualifying degree. If selected, the applicant will be eligible to begin work the day after graduation. The selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcript confirming graduation within 60 days of hire.

Additional Information:

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

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