Engineering Specialist

About the role

The Engineering Specialist provides engineering assistance in administering state and federal grant-in-aid programs to assigned public airports to develop, maintain, and promote a safe and viable air transportation system. In-state travel is required for up to 20-25% of the time.

This position may work from Rochester (District 6), Mankato (District 7), or Windom (District 7) and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or 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.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and advise on construction project documents or plans.
• Manage project funding and eligibility.
• Apply Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and state and federal requirements relating to aviation.
• Administer state and federal grant-in-aid programs for public airports.

Requirements

• Three years of experience at the Transportation Specialist level (or equivalent) demonstrating the following:
  • Experience interpreting and advising on construction project documents or plans.
  • Experience with project funding and eligibility.
• Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and a criminal history check.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. at the start of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with airport design standards.
• Knowledge and experience applying Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and state and federal requirements relating to aviation.

Pay

$32.13 - $47.49 / hourly; $67,087 - $99,159 / annually

Schedule

• Full-time, unlimited (permanent) position.
• Day shift: Monday - Friday.
• Telework eligible with hybrid or in-office arrangements as determined by policy and supervisor.

Benefits

• Paid vacation and sick leave.
• 12 paid holidays each year.
• Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• Fertility care, including IVF, and diabetes care.
• Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children.
• 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children.
• Pension plan providing income after three years of service.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care.
• Resources promoting physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.
• Training, classes, and professional development opportunities.
• 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, including mental health, relationship challenges, grief and loss, finances, legal issues, and daily living services.