Engineering Technician 1-4

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Chase (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development seeks an Engineering Technician support role in District 58. You will assist engineers with drafting, design, and survey work using CADD and related software.

On‑the‑job training is provided; a high school diploma or GED is required, with potential for progression from Technician 1 to 4 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist professional engineer in drafting, design, or survey work.
• Utilize knowledge of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in drafting or designing construction plans.
• Apply DOTD engineering policies and procedures to work in the District Design Office or field.
• Use CADD and other engineering software to complete drawings and/or surveys.
• Prepare contract proposals and documents for complex projects at the District level.

Skills

Developing Plans

Critical Thinking

Data analysis

Education

High school diploma or GED

Six months of related engineering/maintenance experience

Tools

CADD

Engineering software

Job description

About This Job

District 58 – Unit 170 – Franklin Parish

JOB NUMBER

58/128431/ET1-4/09.22.2026-JB

The overall function of this position is to be responsible for assisting a professional engineer and/or higher level engineering technicians in the performance of drafting, design, and survey work. The incumbent will use engineering-related software programs to plot and draft complex engineering or survey drawings. They will also prepare contract proposals and contract documents. On‑job training is provided. Knowledge of basic computer software is required.

About This Job

District 58 – Unit 170 – Franklin Parish

JOB NUMBER

58/128431/ET1-4/09.22.2026-JB

The overall function of this position is to be responsible for assisting a professional engineer and/or higher level engineering technicians in the performance of drafting, design, and survey work. The incumbent will use engineering-related software programs to plot and draft complex engineering or survey drawings. They will also prepare contract proposals and contract documents. On‑job training is provided. Knowledge of basic computer software is required.

An Ideal Candidate Will Possess The Following Competencies

• Developing Plans: The ability to create structured strategies and plans that support the achievement of defined goals and objectives.
• Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
• Using Data: The ability to collect, analyze, and use data to generate insights and inform decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .

Job Duties

Job Duties and Other Information

• Assist professional engineer in drafting, design, or survey work.
• Utilize a thorough knowledge and understanding of Department procedures, policies, standards, and specifications in the drafting or designing of construction plans.
• Apply DOTD engineering policies and procedures to normal work situation in the District Design Office and/or in the field.
• Use CADD and other engineering-related software programs to complete engineering drawings and/or survey.
• Prepare contract proposals and contract documents for more complex projects let at the District level.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as probational, job appointment, detail to special duty, voluntary demotion, or promotion.

Career Progression: This Position may be filled as an Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Compensation

• Engineering Technician 1 - $14.00 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Engineering Technician 2 - $16.03 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Engineering Technician 3 - $18.35 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.
• Engineering Technician 4 - $21.00 /hour with an additional $2.00 premium pay for every hour worked.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Contact Name: Callie Harrell

Title: ADA of Engineering

Phone Number: [phone]

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 here .

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