Working Title : Senior Electrical Systems Specialist
Job Class: Engineering Specialist Senior or Engineering Specialist
Agency: Transportation Department
Job ID: 96427
Location: Roseville
Telework Eligible : Yes
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 09/10/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC
Division/Unit: Operations/Traffic Engineering
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range Engineering Specialist Senior: $36.10 - $53.18 / hourly; $73,377 - $111,040 / annually
Salary Range Engineering Specialist: $32.13 - $47.49 / hourly; $67,087 - $99,159 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers
Last Incumbent: N/A
Supervisor Name: Sue Zarling
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
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.
This position has flexibility to work a hybrid telework schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor as business needs dictate.
This vacancy is being posted at two different job classes (Engineering Specialist Senior or Engineering Specialist). The final class and starting salary are dependent on the successful applicant's qualifications.
This position exists to act in an advisory capacity and provides recommendations to the Assistant and State Signal and Lighting Engineers that impact statewide traffic electrical systems design, construction, and operations; to oversee, maintain, recommend, and write standards, policies, procedures, and specifications related to traffic control signals, roadway lighting, and other electrical traffic systems.
The responsibilities include:
Research and analyze new products, materials, and construction methods for use on statewide traffic electrical systems.
Write, review, and maintain signal and lighting, contract documents and specifications.
Provide technical expertise in traffic electrical systems to MnDOT District Traffic Offices, other MnDOT offices, contractors, consultants, and other governmental agencies.
Assist in the MnDOT Signal and Lighting Certification and Recertification training .
Represent the Central Office Traffic Engineering Signal and Lighting Unit in outside discussions and technical forums and in addressing new products, issues, and doing updates at the Traffic Engineering Organization (TEO) Signal and Lighting Committees and other MnDOT offices and manufacturer and vendor meetings.
Minimum Qualifications at the Engineering Specialist Senior
This vacancy is being posted at two different job classes (Engineering Specialist Senior or Engineering Specialist). The final class and starting salary are dependent on the successful applicant's qualifications.
NOTE: To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
Three years of experience at the Engineering Specialist level (or equivalent) that demonstrates:
Working knowledge of contract documents, construction practices, procedures, and materials related to signal and lighting systems.
Knowledge and application of traffic signals and roadway lighting and operations.
Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code and general electrical and electronic principles.
Strong technical writing skills.
Ability to research, evaluate, and draw conclusions on traffic electrical systems procedures and materials.
Minimum Qualifications at the Engineering Specialist
Three years of experience at the Transportation Specialist level (or equivalent) that demonstrates:
Working knowledge of contract documents, construction practices, procedures, and materials.
Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code and general electrical and electronic principles.
Strong technical writing skills (I.e. specifications and special provisions)
Ability to research, evaluate, and draw conclusions on traffic electrical systems procedures and materials.
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to prepare and deliver training material.
Knowledge of Open Roads Designer.
Knowledge of roadway construction practices.
Field experience of traffic signal and lighting construction and resolving issues during construction.
Experience and application of roadway lighting design.
Ability to research, evaluate, and draw conclusions on traffic electrical systems procedures and materials.
Class A Journey Electrician License issued by the Minnesota Board of Electricity.
Additional Requirements
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
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.
