Engineer Intern Applicant - Engineer 5 (Trout)

DISTRICT 58 - Unit 231 - Trout JOB NUMBER: 58/50695358/EIA-E5/5.7.2026-JB At the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD), we plan, build, maintain, and protect the transportation systems that connect communities, support commerce, and keep Louisiana moving.

Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency.

The overall purpose of this position is to assist the Project Engineer in planning, directing, and coordinating activities for a construction unit which provides supervision, inspection and survey activities for all types of major complex highway and bridge construction projects.

This position is located in the LaSalle Parish Project Engineer's office.

The incumbent must be self-motivated and able to perform duties many times with or without minimal supervision.

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

NOTE: This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate.

Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.

NOTE: Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board.

Licensing requirements may be viewed at The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties: Direct a staff of construction inspectors by planning and coordinating construction activities.

Responsible for the interpretation of the plans and application of the Standard Specifications for complex construction projects which are assigned to any unit.

Approves and monitors erosion control plans.

Develops and writes Change Orders to resolve complex problems.

Interacts with private citizens, elected and public officials to resolve conflicts and complaints concerning rights-or-way, construction, and traffic problems.

Position-Specific Details: Appointment type: This vacancy is being announced as a Classified position and may be filled as a Job Appointment, Probationary, Promotional, or Detail to Special Duty appointment.

Career progression: This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, Engineer Intern 2, Engineer 3, Engineer 4, or Engineer 5.

The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected.

This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Compensation: These positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) as listed below.

Engineer Intern 1 - $26.44 hourly / $2,115.20 bi-weekly Engineer Intern 2 - $28.29 hourly / $2,263.20 bi-weekly Engineer 3 - $33.39 hourly / $2,671.20 bi-weekly Engineer 4 - $36.90 hourly / $2,952.00 bi-weekly Engineer 5 - $39.48 hourly / $3,158.40 bi-weekly Required certification for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer Intern 1 or 2: Engineer Intern Certificate in the state of Louisiana.

Required License for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer 3, 4, or 5: Professional Engineer License in the state of Louisiana.

How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities.

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.

Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information: For further information about this vacancy, contact: Contact Name: Ralston McGlothlin Title: Project Engineer Phone Number: Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities.

DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.

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