CE Transportation Advanced - Regional Workzone Engineer - $3,000 sign-on bonus

Position Summary

This position functions as the Region's Workzone Traffic Control Engineer and performs advanced traffic engineering work on projects and issues in the Madison area counties. Responsibilities include, but aren't limited to, providing highly technical guidance and acceptance in all stages of development of the Transportation Management Plan (TMP) for projects in the region. This position will have knowledge of rules and guidelines pertaining to permanent traffic control standards, work zone traffic control and traffic management/mobility requirements. This position will assist with the development, coordination, and PS&E submittal of signing and marking plans and traffic mitigation contracts. And will participate in the Region review of Traffic Impact Analysis for land use Development, which may affect the operation of the STH systems. This position will assist the planning unit in determining the effects of a land development and also type of remediation may be required for that development.

Salary Information

This position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $92,768 - $114,483, plus excellent benefits. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Job Details

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability. Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work.

Qualifications

• A valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state

How To Apply

This application only requires you to submit a resume. Within your resume, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to the items listed in the “Qualifications” section of the job announcement. A letter of qualifications is not required nor will be accepted. Your application materials are very important part of your application and is used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in your resume, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.

Application Process

Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting.

Benefits

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position’s requirements
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being
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Additional Information

In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here.

Application Deadline

Applications will be reviewed on a bi-weekly basis until the position has been filled. The first review of the application materials will be on Monday, October 27, 2025.