Louisiana
District 61- Unit 170 – Baton Rouge (Design)
At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. About this Job
The overall function of this position is to assist professional engineers and/or higher-level technicians in the performance of drafting, design, survey, and/or water resources work in the District Design Office. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; Eighteen semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics. Job Duties: Coordinate and support the district bidding and contract award process to ensure compliance with DOTD specifications and Public Bid Laws. Assemble construction proposals and contract documents, including plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates. Prepare construction cost estimates and contract time calculations using established guidelines and engineering judgment. Manage bid proposal distribution, verify contractor eligibility, and conduct public bid openings. Review bids for compliance, enter bid data into DOTD systems, and support the bid review and award process. Prepare and process construction contracts, including award letters, tracking project status from bid to execution, and distributing finalized contract documents. Coordinate with district staff, project engineers, and headquarters personnel during plan development and project delivery. Assist with the preparation and review of construction plans to ensure compliance with design standards, specifications, and departmental policies. Perform engineering computations and plan development using computer-aided design tools and standard software. Review plans and quantities for accuracy and completeness; make revisions as needed. Support special projects (e.g., architectural, enhancement, or aviation projects) as assigned. Provide assistance during emergencies or disaster response activities, when required. Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type:
This position may be filled by Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty. Compensation:
Engineering Technician 5 - Starting salary is $24.04/hourly with an additional $1.00 optional pay for every hour worked. 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: Sammy Lee Program Delivery/Design Engineer 225-231-4104 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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At DOTD, our mission is to innovatively develop and sustain safe and reliable infrastructure comprising highways, multimodal transportation assets, micro-mobility systems, and public works. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity. About this Job
The overall function of this position is to assist professional engineers and/or higher-level technicians in the performance of drafting, design, survey, and/or water resources work in the District Design Office. Qualifications: High school diploma or GED plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; Six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance plus three years of sub-professional engineering experience; Eighteen semester hours in one of the following specialized fields: architecture, cartography, construction management, construction technology, drafting, engineering, engineering graphics, engineering technology, industrial technology, landscape architecture, math, or physics. Job Duties: Coordinate and support the district bidding and contract award process to ensure compliance with DOTD specifications and Public Bid Laws. Assemble construction proposals and contract documents, including plans, specifications, special provisions, and cost estimates. Prepare construction cost estimates and contract time calculations using established guidelines and engineering judgment. Manage bid proposal distribution, verify contractor eligibility, and conduct public bid openings. Review bids for compliance, enter bid data into DOTD systems, and support the bid review and award process. Prepare and process construction contracts, including award letters, tracking project status from bid to execution, and distributing finalized contract documents. Coordinate with district staff, project engineers, and headquarters personnel during plan development and project delivery. Assist with the preparation and review of construction plans to ensure compliance with design standards, specifications, and departmental policies. Perform engineering computations and plan development using computer-aided design tools and standard software. Review plans and quantities for accuracy and completeness; make revisions as needed. Support special projects (e.g., architectural, enhancement, or aviation projects) as assigned. Provide assistance during emergencies or disaster response activities, when required. Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type:
This position may be filled by Probational, Promotional, or Job Appointment or Detail to Special Duty. Compensation:
Engineering Technician 5 - Starting salary is $24.04/hourly with an additional $1.00 optional pay for every hour worked. 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: Sammy Lee Program Delivery/Design Engineer 225-231-4104 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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