Engineering Technician (Traffic Engineering) - Transportation Generalist Senior

State of Minnesota; Duluth (MN); On-site; USD 57,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Minnesota's Transportation Department in Duluth is seeking an Engineering Technician (Traffic Engineering) to support traffic signing, pavement marking, and temporary traffic control plans, with involvement in signal and ITS planning.

Under supervision, you will perform field investigations, assist with data collection, design panels in SignCAD, maintain the District Sign Database in TAMS, and provide technical support to construction staff.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing CADD.
• OR: One year of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing CADD and one year in related areas such as road/bridge maintenance, construction, surveying, materials/soils, ROW, sign repair/installation or permits.
• Education substitution: two-year degree or four-year engineering-related degree may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develops signing, pavement marking, and temporary traffic control plans for project letting in compliance with MnMUTCD and MnDOT standards.
• Designs sign panels using SignCAD for construction plans and installation.
• Maintains the District Sign Database in TAMS.
• Assists with field investigations and traffic control plans as a technical resource for District staff.
• Performs field work to provide speed recommendations per MnMUTCD guidance.

Skills

CADD experience

Traffic engineering

Education

Two-year Civil or Construction Technology degree

Four-year engineering related degree

Tools

SignCAD

TAMS

Job description

Working Title: Engineering Technician (Traffic Engineering) - Transportation Generalist Senior

Job Class: Transportation Generalist Senior

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 97031

• Location : Duluth

• Telework Eligible : No

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/17/2026

• Closing Date : 10/16/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 1-AFSCME

• Division/Unit : District 1A - Program Delivery / Traffic Engineering Section

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $27.14 - $35.09 / hourly; $56,668 - $73,267 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

• Work Area : Duluth Traffic Engineering

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

Under supervision this position prepares traffic signing, pavement marking, temporary traffic control plans (may also assist in developing signal, lighting, and ITS plans); assists with field traffic investigations and traffic engineering investigations provides technical assistance to construction personal for traffic related issues; assists in training new staff members; and performs related work as required.

Job duties may include but are not limited to:

• Develops signing, pavement marking, and temporary traffic control plans for project letting ensuring compliance with MnMUTCD, Traffic Engineering Manual, and CADD data standards.

• Designs sign panels using SignCAD for inclusion in construction plans and for installation by the District Traffic Services Section.

• Helps maintain the District Sign Database housed in TAMS.

• Assists with the implementation of traffic control plans, pavement marking plans, and signing plans by being a technical resource for MnDOT District Construction staff.

• Performs field investigations and analysis of traffic control devices in accordance with the MnMUTCD and the MnDOT Traffic Engineering Manual.

• Performs field work necessary to provide a speed recommendation to supervisor based on the most current MnMUTCD and MnDOT Traffic Engineering Manual guidance.

• Gathers data such as sight distance, safety, no passing, infrastructure inventory, Before/After, crash, etc. to complete special studies.

• Responds, orally or in writing, to customer inquiries/request.

• Provides technical assistance to construction inspectors and contractors in the field, as needed.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Licenses : Must have a Valid Class D Driver's License

Exam Part 1: The level of experience to perform this job at the TGS level can be achieved with:

• Two years of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD).

OR

• One year of experience performing Traffic Engineering activities utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) AND a combination of one year of experience in any of the following areas:road or bridge maintenance, road construction, design, surveying, materials/soils, right of way, sign repair/installation and/or permits.

• Education Substitution: A two-year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees:Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts.)

• Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Exam Part 2: Candidates that are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 4 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 4 or higher. If you've previously taken and passed the math and reading assessments, you may be exempt from retesting. Please check with your district HR office.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous MnDOT experience working as a Laborer, Transportation Associate or Transportation Generalist.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [e-mail] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.