Engineer Intern Applicant

Posting number: 2/50695652/EA-EI2-9.2.26-SU

Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations

Division: District 2- New Orleans

Job classification: ENGINEER INTERN APPLICANT

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Engineering

Summary

2/50695652/EA-EI2/9.2.26-SU
DISTRICT 02-UNIT 212

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 Construction Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through construction project delivery, field engineering, construction documentation, contractor coordination, and review of work performed in accordance with DOTD standards and specifications.

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 Luling, and reports to Engineer 6.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
http://wwwsp.dotd.la.gov/Inside_LaDOTD/Divisions/Mgmt_Finance/HR/Pages/Career_Center.aspx

Examples of duties

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.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental information

Job Duties:

Depending on level and assignment, Engineer Intern Applicant-Engineer Intern 2 may:

• Performs engineering work related to construction project delivery, field engineering, or construction oversight.
• Reviews plans, specifications, estimates, construction documentation, and project records.
• Monitors or assists with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Coordinates with contractors, project engineers, inspectors, consultants, and internal DOTD staff.
• Reviews quantities, documentation, payments, work zone information, or project-related materials as assigned.
• Supports construction certification, eConstruction, fabrication, field documentation, or final audit activities.
• Assists with resolving construction-related issues, technical questions, or project delivery concerns.
• Supports 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 an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation: Engineer Intern Applicant – $1,923.20 biweekly
Engineer Intern 1 – $2,115.20 biweekly
Engineer Intern 2 –$2,263.20 biweekly

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.

Upcoming Graduates: Applications will be accepted from applicants who are within 90 days of graduation. Any 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.

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 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. Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the ‘Application Status’ link after logging into their account.
*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Shane Troendle
Engineering 6
(985) 465-3474

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:https://www.laworks.net/workforcedev/lrs/lrs_rehabilitation.asp

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