Preservation Program Engineer: Districtwide Lead

State of Louisiana; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 77,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an Engineer 7 for the Preservation Program in Lafayette Parish. The role requires a current PE license in Louisiana and substantial engineering experience, with substitutions available for advanced degrees.

You will manage district-wide preservation initiatives and coordinate design, budgeting, and delivery schedules. Demonstrated leadership in engineering projects, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with consultants and

Qualifications

• Current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering and one of: 3 years licensed engineering experience or 7 years professional engineering experience.
• Master's degree substitutes for 1 year of professional experience; Doctorate substitutes for 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Administers the District Preservation program—scope, budget, design, delivery schedule, and performance.
• Oversees construction plans for pavement preservation and related projects at the District level.
• Oversees dam safety inspections, hydraulic studies, drainage, and storm water co-permittee activities.

Skills

Professional engineer licensure

Engineering experience

Project management

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Engineering degree

Job description

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks an Engineer 7 for the Preservation Program in Lafayette Parish. The role requires a current PE license in Louisiana and substantial engineering experience, with substitutions available for advanced degrees.

You will manage district-wide preservation initiatives and coordinate design, budgeting, and delivery schedules. Demonstrated leadership in engineering projects, regulatory compliance, and collaboration with consultants and