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Engineering Specialist

State of Minnesota • Rochester, MN • 6d ago

Working Title: Engineering Specialist

Job Class: Engineering Specialist

Agency: Transportation Department

Job ID : 96497

Location : Rochester (D6), Mankato (D7), or Windom (D7)

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 : 09/02/2026

Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

Division/Unit : SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / Aero Development

Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

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

Classified Status : Classified

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

Last Incumbent : Brian Conklin

Supervisor Name : Arika Johnson

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

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.

This position may work from the following locations: Rochester (District 6), Mankato (District 7) or Windom (District 7) 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. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

The position provides engineering assistance in administering state and federal grant-in-aid programs to assigned public airports so that a safe and viable air transportation system can be developed, maintained, and promulgated.

In-state travel is required for up to 20-25% of the time.

** 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Three years of experience at the Transportation Specialist level (or equivalent) that demonstrates:

Experience interpreting and advising on construction project documents or plans.

Experience with project funding and eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with airport design standards.

Knowledge and experience applying Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and state and federal requirements relating to aviation.

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, Driver's License Check, and/or 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.

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