Engineer Intern 1 – Engineer 5
Job Number: 61/50319827/EI-E5/5.22.2026-CD
About This Job
The overall function of this position is to assist the Project Engineer in the everyday activities of managing a District Construction Unit, such as directing and supervising highway and bridge construction, survey activities, contract administration, quality assurance, material management, and associated functions of a construction gang.
This position is located in District 61 Unit 206, Ascension Parish of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to Engineer 6, Project Engineer.
The incumbent must be self‐motivated, able to perform duties with minimal supervision, and able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs, attend continuing education classes, and conferences as necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
Note: Applications will be accepted from persons who possess a current Engineer Intern Certificate in states other than Louisiana. The applicant will be required to obtain a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all requirements are met.
Job Duties
Assist the Project Engineer in directing and supervising highway and bridge construction, survey activities, contract administration, and associated functions of a construction unit. Manage District Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO).
Assist the Project Engineer in solving problems that arise in the field using engineering judgment and principles.
Interpret construction plans to determine practicality, constructability, and sound engineering practices.
Proficient in the use of software such as Proval for evaluating IRI to ensure conformance with project specifications; Headlight for preparing project diaries and for generating estimates, Excel for creating and maintaining electronic field book records, reviewing change order backup information and preparing change orders, and assessing time charges.
Participate in preconstruction conferences and progress meetings with engineers and contractors to discuss construction scheduling, method of construction and potential problems.
Position‐Specific Details
Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional or Detail to Special Duty.
Compensation
Engineer Intern 1 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $26.44/hourly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
Engineer Intern 2 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $28.29/hourly. Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate plus one year of professional engineering experience.
Engineer 3 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $33.39/hourly. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.
Engineer 4 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $36.90/hourly. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering plus one year of licensed engineering experience or five years of professional engineering experience.
Engineer 5 - Special Entrance Rate (SER) $39.48/hourly. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering plus two years of licensed engineering experience or six years of professional engineering experience.
Career Progression
Depending on the selected candidate's qualifications, the position may be filled as an Engineer Intern 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5.
For recruitment purposes, applicants who are within 90 days of graduating with a bachelor's degree may be eligible for this position; however, the effective date of the appointment cannot be prior to your graduation date.
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required.
To apply, click the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application. Ensure that eligibility information, including relevant experience and education, is included; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.
Contact Information
Ryan White, Project Engineer, 225-675-5320
EEO Statement
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.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission and Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available in the public domain.
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