JOB SUMMARY

This position serves as the Project Engineer for the District 1 Major Projects Group supporting the Construction Manager on the $1.8 billion Blatnik Bridge Design-Build replacement project through preconstruction and construction phases. The incumbent provides technical expertise, construction oversight, and contract administration to ensure proper program execution and compliance with Department, State, Local, and Federal procedures, regulations, and standards.
This position emphasizes CPM Schedule Reviews, Contract Revisions, Invoice Reviews, and Environmental Compliance while providing leadership and troubleshooting for bridge, grading, and civil construction operations. The incumbent must anticipate and resolve design and construction issues proactively, demonstrate excellent problem-solving and communication skills, and function as a high-level team player within the Design-Build procurement method. This position collaborates closely with Major Projects Supervisors and all MnDOT functional units, WisDOT project staff, consultants, and contractors.
This position is located at the Duluth Office in Duluth, MN and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. 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.
Applications submitted by September 12, 2025, will be considered for the first round of interviews. Applications received after September 12, 2025, will be reviewed for any positions that may not be filled through the first round of interviews. Candidates will be updated on their status.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time: Engineer Senior and Engineer 2 Graduate. Only one position will be filled; the final class and starting salary of this position is dependent on the successful applicant’s qualifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEER SENIOR:

To qualify for Engineer Senior, applicants must meet all the following:

• Licensure as a professional Civil Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). (If obtaining licensure through Comity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)
• Valid Class D Driver’s License.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR ENGINEER 2 GRADUATE:

To qualify for Engineer 2 Graduate, applicants must meet all the following:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited college or university or its equivalency as rated by NCEES/EAC.
• A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Two years post-graduation civil engineering work.
• Valid Class D Driver’s License

OR

• Received a passing score on the Minnesota Principals & Practices of Civil Engineering (PE) Exam.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience as a Project Engineer in all phases of highway and bridge construction, highway design, specifications, surveying, construction staking & traffic control.
• Knowledge and ability to read and understand complex bridge and highway plans.
• Knowledge of CPM scheduling principles and understanding of Design-Build delivery methods.
• Knowledge of MnDOT policies, procedures and state and federal rules and regulations.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

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

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

APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES

Minnesota state agencies make reasonable accommodations to their employees and applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and need assistance in searching or applying for jobs with the State of Minnesota, call the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us and let us know the support you need.
Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) encourages participation in all its programs, services and activities and does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities. Anyone who believes they may need a reasonable accommodation in order to fully participate in the job application, interview or selection processes may contact any agency official with whom applicant has contact in the processing of their employment application to request an accommodation. Applicants may also contact the MnDOT Affirmative Action office to request an accommodation by: E-mail: ADArequest.dot@state.mn.us; or by calling Janet Miller at 651/366-4720; or using MN Relay 711.
The MnDOT Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at: http://www.dot.state.mn.us/policy/hr/hr009.html

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