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ENGINEER 3 - ENGINEER 5

State of Louisiana
State of Louisiana Salary
Leesville, LA Other
POSTED ON 9/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/28/2026

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District 08-UNIT 248 Leesville, LA      

Job Number: 08/50695081/E3E5/09.08.26-JC


District Recruitment for Vernon Parish:

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 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 licensed engineering experience is required — training is provided, with opportunities for career progression and advancement through the Engineering job series.

Positions are located in Vernon Parish, and report to Project Engineer.

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:
Depending on level and assignment, Engineer 3 – Engineer 5 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 Engineer 3, 4, or 5 based on qualifications and agency needs.

Compensation: These positions qualify for a Special Entrance Rate (SER).
 
 Engineer 3 – SER at $3,083.20 biweekly
 Engineer 4 – SER at $3,529.60 biweekly
 Engineer 5 – SER at $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. 


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.

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.

Contact Information: 

For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Randall Duffey
Project Engineer
337-238-6406
Randall.duffey@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

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