Roadway Design Engineer - Build Public Infrastructure

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a Roadway Design Engineer in Baton Rouge to support transportation projects through roadway design, plan preparation, geometric design, engineering estimates, and technical support. Training is provided with opportunities for career progression.

Positions report to the Engineer 6-Road Design Squad Leader; licensure is required, and cross-state licensure may be accepted with Louisiana certification prior to appointment.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.
• No prior engineering experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepares detailed engineering design drawings and cost estimates for complex projects (freeways, interchanges, highways, bridges).
• Develops and manages design plans from inception to letting for roadway construction.
• Acts as Project Manager on in-house or consultant-designed projects; manages scopes, schedules, and budgets.
• Manages consultant contracts including scopes, hours, fees, progress, and invoices.

Skills

Roadway design

Geometric design

Project management

Engineering estimates

Job description

Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) seeks a Roadway Design Engineer in Baton Rouge to support transportation projects through roadway design, plan preparation, geometric design, engineering estimates, and technical support. Training is provided with opportunities for career progression.

Positions report to the Engineer 6-Road Design Squad Leader; licensure is required, and cross-state licensure may be accepted with Louisiana certification prior to appointment.