Transportation Engineer 12 (Senior Road Design Engineer) University Region

Michigan State Police; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading state agency is seeking a Senior Road Design Engineer responsible for designing and preparing transportation projects. The role involves ensuring compliance with design standards, guiding the team, and solving complex engineering problems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and relevant experience. Remote work options may be available based on operational needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of professional engineering experience in transportation systems.
• Possession of a registered professional engineer license may substitute for six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and prepare projects ensuring conformity to MDOT and AASHTO standards.
• Provide guidance to the team and solve complex design problems.

Skills

Engineering

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Job description

Senior Road Design Engineer

This position is responsible for the design and preparation of projects assigned to the region design unit, ensuring conformity to MDOT and AASHTO design standards. The role includes providing guidance to the team, solving complex design problems, preparing reports, estimates, and special provisions, and attending project and public meetings.

The salary range listed reflects the minimum to maximum rates for the Transportation Engineer 12 position.

Additional information can be found at:

• Transportation Engineer 12 position description
• All about MDOT

Remote work and alternative schedules may be considered based on operational needs.

For benefits information, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading employer nationally and internationally for employee engagement and diversity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering required.
• Minimum of three years of professional engineering experience in transportation systems, including at least one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11.
• Possession of a registered professional engineer license may substitute for six months of experience.

Application Requirements

• Valid driver's license required.
• Applicants with foreign degrees must have their credentials evaluated or converted to U.S. equivalents and attach transcripts or evaluations with their application. Click here for the State of Michigan definition of an official transcript.

View the detailed job specification at: Transportation Engineer Job Specification

Note: MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visas. All new hires must pass a pre-employment drug test and physical, and background checks may be conducted.

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the department reserves the right to close the posting early.

For questions, contact Christina Tijerina at [e-mail].