Senior Engineer - Traffic

What drives you?

At MnDOT, we are driven to find talented, innovative employees for Minnesota's nationally recognized transportation system. We work to build the best team in the transportation industry to ensure that Minnesota thrives with a safe, sustainable and leading edge transportation system. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of experts, each driven by challenging work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you are doing and be able to see the benefit you are providing to the citizens of Minnesota. You can set your sights high and use your strengths to grow within the organization. MnDOT offers superior health and retirement benefits as well as a solid commitment to work-life balance, which provides you the tools to thrive both at work and outside of work.

Job Details

Working Title : Senior Engineer - Traffic

Job Class : Engineer Senior

Agency : Transportation Dept

• Job ID : 81986
• Location : Mankato
• Telework Eligible : This position may be eligible to work a hybrid schedule and telework up to 3 days per week. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor.
• Full / Part Time : Full-Time
• Regular / Temporary : Unlimited
• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted : 12 / 06 / 2024
• Closing Date : 05 / 05 / 2025
• Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation - District 7 - MGEC
• Division / Unit : Traffic
• Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift
• Days of Work : Monday - Friday
• Travel Required : No
• Salary Range : $37.82 - $55.65 / hourly; $78,968 - $116,197 / annually
• Classified Status : Classified
• Bargaining Unit / Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council / Engineers
• Last Incumbent : Nick Ollrich
• Supervisor Name : Scott Thompson
• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities : 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.

Job Summary

This position assists in the supervision of staff, and the delivery of essential work products for the District 7 Traffic Office. The position provides engineering expertise to internal and external clients along with the delivery of engineering plans and documentation to ensure compliance with MnDOT standards and policies.

This position represents the District Traffic Office as a team member on assigned highway improvement projects, from concept through construction phases, so that temporary traffic controls, pavement markings, signs, traffic signals, lighting systems, and intelligent transportation systems are correctly designed and deployed.

Additionally, this position will lead the analysis, design and operation of the District's traffic signal systems, roadway lighting systems and Intelligent Transportation Systems. Including, but not limited to the completion of traffic signal warrant analyses; signal timing; and signal coordination plans.

Please note : MnDOT 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.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

In addition to the preceding minimum qualifications, you will be assessed on the following if interviewed :

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Requirements

An individual with a disability may be qualified to perform the function if an accommodation would enable this person to perform the job in a different way, and the accommodation does not impose and undue hardship.

Office :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use wrists, hands, and fingers to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Field :

While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to work outside exposed to the weather elements (both cold and hot) occasionally. The employee will frequently drive a motor vehicle in varying weather conditions. Periodically, the employee will walk on even and uneven / sloping ground. The employee may work in high-volume traffic zones in day- and night-time conditions. The employee must frequently and continually rotate through various body positions (standing, twisting, bending, sitting, kneeling, and squatting). The employee will operate a variety of technical equipment on an occasional basis (using vision and hearing) under varying temperatures. The employee must frequently move up to 50 pounds by pushing, pulling, lifting, and carrying. The employee must be able to wear and use personal protective equipment to protect the head, eyes, hearing, respiration, visibility, and feet from injury.

Additional Requirements

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

Application Details

How to Apply

Select "Apply for Job" at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . For additional information about the application process, go to http : / / www.mn.gov / careers .

Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Trisha Hood at trisha.hood@state.mn.us or 507-317-3541 .

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Trisha Hood at trisha.hood@state.mn.us .

Working together to improve the state we love.

What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?

Benefits

As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.

Your benefits may include :

Fertility care, including IVF

Support to help you reach your career goals :

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work / life support :

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union / collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS

Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.

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 .

Salary : $78,968 - $116,197