Job description

At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving. Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency. DOTD is seeking a Roadway Design Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through roadway design, project development, plan preparation, geometric design, engineering estimates, and technical support for transportation improvement projects. This position supports the development, delivery, maintenance, or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles, conducting technical analysis, coordinating projects, and conducting compliance-related reviews. No prior engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series. Positions are located in Baton Rouge , and report to Engineer 6-Road Design Squad Leader. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering. NOTE: Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met. NOTE: Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses 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: Depending on level and assignment, Engineer 3 – Engineer 5 may: • Prepares detailed engineering design drawings and cost estimates for the most complex engineering projects including, but not limited to freeways, complex interchanges and innovative intersections, major urban and rural highways, and major bridge replacement projects. These projects include highly detailed designs that attempt to minimize impacts on environmentally sensitive locations and commercial and residential properties. • Some common tasks include establishing typical sections, setting vertical and horizontal grades. • The incumbent at this level will independently develop and manage design plans for a roadway construction project from inception to letting. • Performs as Project Manager on in-house or consultant-designed projects. The incumbent will be responsible for developing and maintaining project scopes; project and plan development schedules and ensuring projects are designed and delivered within the allotted budget. • Manages consultant contracts by developing project scopes, negotiation of man-hours and fees, establishing contract time requirements, establishing design criteria, monitoring progress for work quality and quantity, reviewing acceptability of plans, and approving invoices for payment. Position-Specific Details: Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs. Compensation: These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER). Engineer 3 – $3,083.20/biweekly Engineer 4 – $3,529.60/biweekly Engineer 5 –$3,776.80/biweekly Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy. Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); Job Appointment (temporary appointment in a classified position for a limit of four years); or by detail to special duty. Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. 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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Robert M Isemann Road Design Engineer Administrator (225) 379 - 1398 Robert.Isemann@la.gov 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. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: laworks.net

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No prior engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.
Positions are located in Baton Rouge , and report to Engineer 6-Road Design Squad Leader.
Depending on level and assignment, Engineer 3 – Engineer 5 may:
Some common tasks include establishing typical sections, setting vertical and horizontal grades.
The incumbent at this level will independently develop and manage design plans for a roadway construction project from inception to letting.
Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.
Compensation: These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).
Engineer 3 – $3,083.20/biweekly
Engineer 4 – $3,529.60/biweekly
Engineer 5 –$3,776.80/biweekly
Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.
Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Robert M Isemann Road Design Engineer Administrator
(225) 379 - 1398
Robert.Isemann@la.gov
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available: https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

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