ENGINEER 3 - ENGINEER 5

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. DOTD is seeking a Data Collection / Asset Management Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through transportation data collection, asset management systems, data analysis, reporting, and development of products that support data-driven transportation decisions. 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. Positions are located in East Baton Rouge Parish and report to the Engineer 6/Equipment Engineer.

Responsibilities

• Performs or supports transportation data collection, analysis, reporting, or asset management activities.
• Uses databases, mapping tools, data systems, or other technical applications to support transportation decision-making.
• Prepares or reviews reports, datasets, dashboards, maps, or technical products related to transportation assets.
• Supports development, maintenance, or improvement of asset management systems and data collection processes.
• Coordinates with DOTD sections, districts, consultants, and stakeholders to gather, validate, or report transportation data.
• Evaluates data quality, completeness, and usability for planning, programming, maintenance, or policy decisions.
• Assists with performance-based analysis, trend review, or transportation system reporting.
• Provides technical support related to data-driven transportation decisions.

Requirements

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice professional engineering. Applications will be accepted from persons licensed to practice professional engineering in other states, but the selected applicant will be required to obtain a Louisiana license prior to appointment.

Louisiana Professional Engineer licenses are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.

Pay

The following reflects the beginning biweekly salary for each level. A Special Entrance Rate (SER) may apply to qualifying positions:

• Engineer 3 – SER at $2,671.20 biweekly
• Engineer 4 – SER at $2,952.00 biweekly
• Engineer 5 – SER at $3,158.40 biweekly

Additional compensation may be considered in accordance with extraordinary qualifications, State Civil Service Rules, and DOTD policy.

Additional Information

This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer 3, Engineer 4, or Engineer 5. It may be filled as a probational appointment, promotion, job appointment (temporary for up to four years), or by detail to special duty. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies.