Metro District Engineer — Transportation Leader (Hybrid)

Minnesota Department of Transportation; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 179,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Pension plan

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

MnDOT is seeking a strategic Metro District Engineer to lead the Metro District, serving eight counties across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The role sets strategic direction, aligns district and statewide priorities, and drives cost-effective, multimodal transportation projects.

Based in Roseville, MN, this executive role requires strong leadership and relationship-building with legislators and local governments. Hybrid work is available, with telework arranged via the supervisor.

Qualifications

• Professional engineer licensure required in Minnesota (AELSLAGID).
• Three years of executive leadership and managerial experience at district level or five years at assistant level.
• Cover letter detailing leadership, technical, and policy experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Metro District engineering and maintenance with a strategic vision.
• Set district direction and align with statewide priorities and initiatives.
• Build relationships with legislators, local governments, councils, and communities.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic leadership

Transportation engineering

Team management

Education

PE licensure (AELSLAGID)

Job description

MnDOT is seeking a strategic Metro District Engineer to lead the Metro District, serving eight counties across the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The role sets strategic direction, aligns district and statewide priorities, and drives cost-effective, multimodal transportation projects.

Based in Roseville, MN, this executive role requires strong leadership and relationship-building with legislators and local governments. Hybrid work is available, with telework arranged via the supervisor.