ENGINEER INTERN APPLICANT- ENGINEER INTERN 2

Region 1 Recruitment for the following District Parishes

District 04: Caddo, Bossier, Webster, Claiborne, De Soto, Red River, Bienville

District 05: Lincoln, Ouachita, Union, Morehouse, West Carroll, East Carroll, Madison, Richland, Jackson

District 08: Rapides, Avoyelles, Vernon, Sabine, Natchitoches, Winn, Grant

District 58: Franklin, Caldwell, La Salle, Catahoula, Concordia, Tensas

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 an Engineer Intern Applicant – Engineer Intern 2 to support transportation projects and programs. 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 the above-listed Parishes, and reports to Engineer Supervisor.

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.

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 Intern Applicant-Engineer Intern 2 may:

• Perform engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Review plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitor or assist with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinate with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and internal DOTD staff.
• Review quantities, documentation, payments, work zone information, or project-related materials as assigned.
• Support construction certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audit activities.
• Assist with resolving construction-related issues, technical questions, or project delivery concerns.
• Support emergency or disaster response activities as needed.

Position-Specific Details

Career Progression: This Position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation

Below is the starting rate of pay for the Engineer Intern Applicant level, and the Special Entrance Rates (SER) for the additional levels in this job series:

Engineer Intern Applicant - $24.04 hourly / $1,923.20 Biweekly - Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Engineer Intern 1 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $33.66 hourly / $2,692.80 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

Engineer Intern 2 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $36.02 hourly / $2,881.60 Biweekly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate plus one year of professional engineering experience.

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment, the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

Additional Information: This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Applicants with the following are encouraged to apply:

How To Apply

No Civil Service test score is required 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.

For further information about this vacancy contact

Sandra Graham

Human Resources District Manager, Region 1

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

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