Engineer Intern Applicant Engineer Intern 2

District 58 Unit 221 Caldwell Parish
JOB NUMBER: 58//EIA2/10.23.2026-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.

DOTD is seeking a Construction Engineer to support transportation projects and programs through construction project delivery field engineering construction documentation contractor coordination and review of work performed in accordance with DOTD standards and specifications. This position supports the development delivery maintenance or improvement of transportation infrastructure by applying engineering principles conducting technical analysis coordinating projects and conducting compliance-related reviews.

This position is located in Caldwell Parish and reports to the Project Engineer.

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here .

Job Duties:

Depending on level and assignment Engineer Intern Applicant Engineer Intern 2 may:

• Performs engineering work related to construction project delivery field engineering or construction oversight.

• Reviews plans specifications estimates construction documentation and project records.

• Monitors or assists with review of contractor work for compliance with DOTD standards specifications and contract requirements.

• Coordinates with contractors project engineers inspectors consultants and internal DOTD staff.

• Reviews quantities documentation payments work zone information or project-related materials as assigned.

• Supports construction certification eConstruction fabrication field documentation or final audit activities.

• Assists with resolving construction-related issues technical questions or project delivery concerns.

• Supports emergency or disaster response activities as needed.

Position-Specific Details:

Career Progression: This position is part of a Career Progression Group and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant Engineer Intern 1 or Engineer Intern 2.

Compensation:

• Engineer Intern Applicant - $1923.20 biweekly
• Engineer Intern 1 - $2692.80 biweekly
• Engineer Intern 2 - $2881.60 biweekly

Additional compensation may be considered with extraordinary qualifications in accordance with State Civil Service Rules and DOTD policy.

Appointment Type: This position may be filled as a job appointment or probational appointment. A job appointment is a temporary appointment that may last up to 36 months. If filled as a job appointment the position may be converted to a probational appointment in the future.

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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Bridget Mappus
ADA of Construction

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