What are the responsibilities and job description for the Engineer 3 - Engineer 5 (Design) position at DOTD-Engineering & Operations?
$6,680.27 - $8,589.00 Monthly
Baton Rouge, LA
Classified
61/50454648/E3-5/10.27.2026-CD
DOTD-Engineering & Operations
District 61- Baton Rouge
10/27/2026
11/6/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
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 an experienced Design Engineer 3-5 to support transportation projects and programs through program delivery and design. 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 licensed engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.
Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish, and report to Engineer 6.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering.
NOTE:
Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in states other than Louisiana. If one of those applicants is selected for the position, he/she will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment. The hiring agency will verify that all licensing requirements are met.
NOTE:
Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
Depending on level and assignment, Engineer 3 – Engineer 5 may:
- Prepares construction plans for pavement preservation, contract maintenance, safety and other related projects at the District level which includes the following: design of guard rail systems, analysis and design of drainage structures, determination of work zone signing, pavement markings and roadway geometrics preparation of cost estimates, preparation of detours, typical sections, loop layouts and plan quantities to be included in a complete plan set.
- Prepares and processes proposals and contracts for letter bids in accordance with Department policies, as well as reviewing bids for compliance.
- Preparation of plans will require knowledge of State and Federal design standards, guidelines and policies. Knowledge and training is also necessary in computer aided design, spreadsheet, word processing and other specialized computer software.
- Performs miscellaneous functions such as: Providing technical expertise and assistance to the District Permit Specialists and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Preparing proposals for Major Repair and Reimbursable Projects. Serves on various District and Statewide committees, task forces and/or teams as requested.
Position-Specific Details:
Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.
Compensation: These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).
Engineer 3 – Special Entrance Rate (SER): $38.54 hourly / $3,083.20 Biweekly.
Engineer 4 – Special Entrance Rate (SER): $44.12 hourly / $3,529.60 Biweekly
Engineer 5 – Special Entrance Rate (SER): $47.21 hourly / $3,776.80 Biweekly
Additional compensation may be considered impart with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.
Appointment Type: This position may be filled as either a probational appointment (open to all qualified applicants); a promotion (open to all statewide classified and Agency-wide permanent status employees); Job Appointment (temporary appointment in a classified position for a limit of four years); or by detail to special duty.
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.
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.
- Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Sammy Lee
Program Delivery/Design Engineer – Unit 170
(225) 231-4104
Sammy.lee@la.gov
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
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):
- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Salary : $39 - $47