Engineering Technician: Structural Fabrication Inspector

Louisiana Department Of Transportation and Development; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an Engineering Technician to support higher-level technicians in inspecting structural fabrication at plants across Louisiana and neighboring states. The role focuses on quality, safety, and compliance with DOTD standards, with potential assignments elsewhere in the U.S.

Advancement is based on experience, training, and performance. Location is Section 40, Construction, with a premium pay of $2.00/hour for hours worked.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, or six months of sub-professional engineering experience.
• Ability to follow instructions and maintain inspection records.

Responsibilities

• Inspects fabricated structural members for compliance with standards.
• Verifies raw materials are sampled, tested, approved, and traceable.
• Inspects bed layouts, steel spacing, strand placement, and stressing procedures.
• Assesses concrete quality, welding procedures, workmanship, painting, and assembly.
• Ensures products meet quality, safety, and construction standards.
• Verifies proper shipping procedures to avoid damage and delays.
• Maintains field book inspection reports and documentation.
• Scans inspection records into the Archive System.
• Inspects stored products to support stockpile payment.
• Assists in training lower-level technicians and completes required training.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking an Engineering Technician to support higher-level technicians in inspecting structural fabrication at plants across Louisiana and neighboring states. The role focuses on quality, safety, and compliance with DOTD standards, with potential assignments elsewhere in the U.S.

Advancement is based on experience, training, and performance. Location is Section 40, Construction, with a premium pay of $2.00/hour for hours worked.