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Job Class/Working Title: Engineering Specialist

Agency: Transportation Department (MnDOT)

• Job ID : 81701

• Location : Rochester

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 11/08/2024

• Closing Date : 12/02/2024

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Department / Transportation-District 6-MGEC

• Division/Unit : District 6C- ADE Program Delivery / Project Development

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,957 - $96,006 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

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

• Last Incumbent : Troy Danielson

• Supervisor Name : Katherine Hager

• FLSA Status : Nonexempt

• 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.

• This position provides production and support in District 6 Design using MicroStation to prepare 3D designs and construction plans for transportation systems. The work includes developing scoping documents, information for environmental documents, 3D designs, construction plans, special provisions, and supplemental documents.

• Perform advanced duties, such as technical detail designing and drafting of construction plans according to MnDOT design standards; performs related work as required.

• Plan and organize work based on deadlines, procedures, and standards. Determine what shall be done, how it will be done, and continually improve work processes.

• The successful applicant may perform as a lead worker, having considerable freedom to organize material and other resources as well as prioritize, guide, and report on the work activities of other state employees.

** 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.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify for Engineering Specialist, applicants must meet all the following:

Three (3) years para-engineering experience (at the Transportation Specialist level or equivalent) that demonstrates:

• MicroStation, GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer (or equivalent CADD software).

• Experience in creating alignments, profiles, and cross sections using MicroStation, GEOPAK and/or OpenRoads Designer (or equivalent CADD software), utilizing CADD standards and drafting methods sufficient to perform and to direct others in preparing detailed construction plans and specifications.

• Experience creating construction plans, removal computations, proposed quantities, alignment profiles, super elevations, typical sections, cross sections, complex design details, drafting skills, earthwork, analysis and computations, erosion control and turf design, construction staging, utilities, retaining and noise wall design, safety feature design (guardrail, attenuators, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using 3D Design Software

• Knowledge and experience using federal and agency design standards, specifications, and procedures.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks

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

• SEMA4 Records Check

• Criminal History Check

• Employment Reference Check

• Education/License Verification

• Driver's License Check

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 careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.