West Area Engineer - Engineer Principal

State of Minnesota; Roseville (MN); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) West Area Engineer position in Roseville requires leading projects in the Metro District, coordinating with local governments and public agencies. The role emphasizes strategic planning, stakeholder relations, and effective project delivery.

The Engineer Principal level offers leadership on complex transportation initiatives, with a hybrid work option and a focus on balance of external priorities and department policy.

Qualifications

• Professional Civil Engineer licensure with the Minnesota Board (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure via comity.
• Three years of post-registration engineering experience at Engineer Senior level or equivalent.
• Experience in project management to prioritize and schedule multiple projects and manage budgets.
• Knowledge of MnDOT standards and applicable laws, regulations, policies, and codes.
• Ability to effectively interact with the public, elected officials, and other governmental organizations.

Responsibilities

• Provide inception to completion project management for Metro District and locally led projects in Hennepin County, including directing the project team and coordinating consultants.
• Lead facilities involvement and negotiate agreements with various units of government.
• Provide lead direction in planning efforts for infrastructure needs.
• Plan and conduct a variety of public engagement activities.

Skills

Project management

Public engagement

Negotiations

Communication

Budget management

Leadership

Education

Professional civil engineer licensure

Job description

Working Title: West Area Engineer

Job Class: Engineer Principal

Agency: Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 96976

• Location : Roseville

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 09/12/2026

• Closing Date : 10/02/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

• Division/Unit : Metro / West Area Manager

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Engineer Senior Salary Range: $39.06 - $57.47 / hourly; $81,557 - $119,997 / annually

• Engineer Principal Salary Range: $42.16 - $64.20 / hourly; $88,030 - $134,049 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

• Last Incumbent : Kyle Fitterer

• Supervisor Name : Mackenzie Turner Bargen

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• 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.

**The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Note to applicants: This position is being posted at two classification levels: Engineer Principal and Engineer Senior. The vacancy is for an Engineer Principal; however, if it is not filled at that level, it may be filled as an Engineer Senior.

This position is located at district headquarters in Roseville and may have the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule that includes in office and teleworking time. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position will plan, coordinate, develop, and lead activities within the west area of the Metropolitan District, focused on Hennepin County. This position is the primary contact in concert with the West Area Manager for other public agencies, special interest groups and the public regarding project activities. The position serves a critical role in maintaining effective long-term relationships with local units of government. Duties vary based on project complexity and whether project is MnDOT or locally led. This position also serves a critical internal function to identify and resolve local issues and concerns with various MnDOT functional groups. In many instances the position is tasked with balancing these external and internal considerations in a manner that advances and respects department and local priorities.

A summary of principal responsibilities and tasks is as follows:

• Provide inception to completion project management for Metro District and locally led projects in Hennepin County, including providing technical direction, defining scope, refining alternatives, developing plans and schedules, directing the project team, and coordination of contracting consultants.

• Lead, facilities, and negotiate agreements with various units of government.

• Provide lead direction in project planning efforts to address various infrastructure needs.

• Plan and conduct a variety of public engagement activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications for Engineer Principal:

• Three (3) years of post-registration engineering experience (Engineer Senior level or equivalent) that demonstrates a thorough knowledge of principles and practices of Pre-design, Final Design, Planning, Traffic, State Aid and Construction.

Minimum Qualifications for BOTH Engineer Principal and Engineer Senior:

• Licensure as a professional civil engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through Comity (Reciprocity). (If obtaining licensure through Comity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)

• Experience in project management sufficient to prioritize and schedule multiple projects to meet letting schedules and to manage budgets and staff.

• Knowledge of MnDOT standards and federal, state and local laws, regulations, policies and codes as they relate to transportation system planning, design, construction, maintenance and operation.

If advanced to the finalist pool, in addition to the preceding qualifications, you will also be assessed on the following criteria during a job interview:

• Human Relations skills that demonstrate the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with the public, businesses, elected officials and other governmental organizations.

• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing sufficient to give direction, facil. meetings, make public presentations, answer project specific and policy questions, and to write letters and other documentation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with project partners and the public.

• Experience managing consultant contracts.

• Experience negotiating cost participation and funding.

• Previous roadway design experience.

Additional Requirements

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

• Sema 4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employee Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

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.