DISTRICT 61 - UNIT 266 – Baton Rouge

At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.

About this position:

The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer (Engineer 6) in the everyday activities of managing a District construction unit. Duties include directing and supervising highway and bridge construction, surveying activities, contract administration, quality assurance, material management, and associated functions of a construction unit. This will also include functionally supervising employees in the Project Engineer’s office engaged in construction work with DOTD.

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

NOTE:
This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

NOTE:
Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

• Assists the Engineer 6 and Project Engineer in supervising highway and bridge construction projects, including overseeing construction crews, monitoring inspection activities, and ensuring compliance with engineering standards and project specifications.
• Interprets construction plans, resolves field issues using engineering judgment, meets with contractors and the public, and reviews project plans.
• Uses software such as Proval and Site Manager to evaluate project performance, prepare estimates, manage documentation, review material testing and shop drawings, and process change orders.
• Participates in pre-construction meetings, maintains field records, calculates project quantities, analyzes claims, and verifies material test results for construction suitability.
• Conducts site investigations, prepares documentation for project final acceptance, manages material sampling and testing, and provides support for emergency or disaster response when required.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: This position may be filled by Probational, Promotional, Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty. The Engineer Intern Applicant position can only be filled as a temporary Job Appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. This position may be converted to a probational appointment once the employee passes the Fundamentals of Engineering exam. Applicants qualifying based on college training or receipt of a baccalaureate degree will be required to submit an official college transcript to verify credentials claimed.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1 or 2, or an Engineer 3, 4 or 5. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.

Compensation: The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.

Special Entrance rates have been established as follows:
Engineer Intern Applicant $1,923.20

Engineer Intern 1 $2115.20

Engineer Intern 2 $2263.20

Engineer 3 $2671.20

Engineer 4 $2952.00

Engineer 5 $3158.40

Required certification for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer Intern 1 or 2: Engineer Intern Certificate in the state of Louisiana.

Required License for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer 3, 4, or 5: Professional Engineer License in the state of Louisiana. Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If selected for the position, they will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment.

How To Apply:

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Upcoming Graduates: Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. The offer of employment will be contingent upon verification and confirmation that the applicant has received a qualifying degree. If selected, the applicant will be eligible to begin work the day after graduation. The selected candidate will be required to submit an official transcript confirming graduation within 60 days of hire.

Please make every effort to attach a copy of your transcript to your application.

Contact Information:
Desmond Sam, PE
Engineer 6 (Area Engineer)
Phone: (225) 231-4116

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.