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Engineering Specialist

State of Minnesota • Baxter, MN • 1d ago

Working Title: Engineering Specialist

Job Class: Engineering Specialist

Agency: Transportation Dept

Job ID : 88011

Location : Baxter

Telework Eligible : No

Full/Part Time : Full-Time

Regular/Temporary : Limited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 08/06/2025

Closing Date : 08/19/2025

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / Transportation-Dist 3-MGEC

Division/Unit : Construction Baxter

Work Shift/Work Hours : Not Applicable Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range: $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,957 - $96,006 / annually

Classified Status : Unclassified

Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

Last Incumbent : None

Supervisor Name : Kenneth Slama

End Date : 09/01/2027

FLSA Status : Exempt - Executive

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

*The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

NOTE: This is a Temporary Unclassified appointment with an anticipated duration of 24 months.

Job Duties:

This position will serve to assist the Resident Engineer in Contract Administration of Roadway and Bridge Construction Projects. This includes oversight of all contract administration and inspection duties to ensure projects are built to the intended scope, standards, plans and specifications.

They will also supervise and provide training and mentorship to less experienced inspectors. In addition, the incumbent will provide oversight on grading and bridge construction and other work of contractors to ensure compliance with project plans, special provision, standards specification, and specified timetables. They will ensure that the contract work is in conformance with specifications, plans, and special provisions.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify for Engineering Specialist, applicants must meet all the following:

Three (3) years para-engineering experience (at the Transportation Specialist level or equivalent) that demonstrates the following:

Experience as a Chief Inspector on Roadway and/or Bridge Construction Projects

Knowledge of all phases of highway and bridge construction practices and procedures, sufficient to conduct inspections of contractor's work and to identify improper work methods and materials usage.

Knowledge of MnDOT policies and procedures.

Demonstrated ability to review plans and provisions to foresee and mitigate problems before they arise in the field.

AND

Valid Class D Minnesota Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

Contract Administration Experience on Roadway and Bridge Construction Projects.

Supervisory or leadwork experience and skills sufficient to ensure construction projects are completed in a timely manner; motivate, lead and train staff; and resolve conflicts with multiple parties.

Contract Administration Experience on Roadway and Bridge Construction Projects.

Previous experience performing Contract Administration of Roadway and Bridge Construction Projects that includes oversight of all contract administration and inspection duties to ensure projects are built to the intended scope, standards, plans and specifications.

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE/BACKGROUND CHECKS:

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

SEMA4 Records Check

Criminal History Check

Employment Reference Check

Education/License Verification

Driver's License Check

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.

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