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ENGINEER 3-5

State of Louisiana
New Orleans, LA Other
POSTED ON 9/30/2026 CLOSED ON 10/15/2026

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JOB NUMBER: 2/13165/E3-E5/10.01.26-SU
DISTRICT 02--UNIT 170  


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 Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through roadway design, project development, plan preparation, geometric design, engineering estimates, and technical support for transportation improvement projects. 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 New Orleans and report to the Engineer 6.

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.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:
  • Performs or assists with roadway design and project development activities. 
  • Prepares, reviews, or edits roadway plans, specifications, estimates, calculations, and design documentation. 
  • Supports geometric design, plan development, design studies, or transportation improvement projects. 
  • Coordinates with project teams, consultants, districts, utility representatives, and other stakeholders. 
  • Reviews project documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with DOTD standards and procedures. 
  • Uses engineering software and design tools to support project development. 
  • Provides technical assistance related to roadway design, project delivery, or plan review. 
  • 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 Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.

Compensation: These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).
 Engineer 3 – $3,083.20 bi-weekly
 Engineer 4 – $ 3,529.60 bi-weekly
 Engineer 5 – $ 3,776.80 bi-weekly

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.
 
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:
 Corey Gaudet
 Engineer 6
 (504) 376-0256

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.

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