Engineer Senior or Engineer 2 Graduate - Assistant Utilities Engineer

This position is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor and will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

About the role

This position serves as MnDOT’s liaison with utility companies to coordinate the relocation, reconstruction, or protection of utility facilities impacted by highway construction projects. Key responsibilities include reviewing and certifying project plans for required utility content; identifying affected utilities and determining reimbursement eligibility; and ensuring all notifications, certifications, and documentation are completed prior to letting.

Responsibilities

• Review and certify project plans for required utility content
• Identify affected utilities and determine reimbursement eligibility
• Ensure all notifications, certifications, and documentation are completed prior to letting
• Apply MnDOT policies and procedures, FHWA regulations and policies, AASHTO policies, and Minnesota statutes about the accommodation of utilities on MnDOT right of way and right of way acquisition
• Apply real estate law as related to legal descriptions and deed forms, knowledge of common utility easement costs, and knowledge of easement valuations and acquisition practices
• Write documents like memos, letters, and reports

Requirements

• Experience with highway and structures construction plan review
• Experience with utility facility design, construction practices, and costs of construction
• Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

Qualifications

Engineer Senior Qualifications:

• Licensure as a professional engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity. (If obtaining licensure through comity (reciprocity), a practice pending letter from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)

Engineer 2 Graduate Qualifications:

• A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university AND two years of post-graduation civil engineering work
• A Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college/university or equivalent AND one-year post-graduation civil engineering work
• A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam

Pay

$38.39 - $56.48 / hourly; $80,158 - $117,930 / annually

Schedule

• Full-time
• Day Shift: Monday - Friday
• Regular/Unlimited position

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 12 paid holidays each year
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• Fertility care, including IVF
• Diabetes care
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
• Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
• Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
• Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
• Ride the new METRO "Green Line" Light Rail Train to work! The Rice/Capitol Station is located close by.
• Support to help you reach your career goals:
  • Training, classes, and professional development
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • MnDOT Student Loan Reimbursement Program
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
  • A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
  • Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
  • Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.