Civil Engineer

Civil Engineer

Date Posted: Sep 18, 2026

Requisition ID: 482393

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA) : 

IDOA centrally manages activities relating to state purchasing, the vehicle fleet, state travel, real estate leases, property disposition, and the Government Center Campus, among others. In addition to agency support, the department provides assistance to minority, women, and veteran business enterprises interested in state contracting opportunities. Through its activities, IDOA helps to ensure the smooth function of state government, finding efficient and effective solutions to government-wide needs.

Salary Statement:

The salary for this position traditionally starts at $67,314.00 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

• Prepare plans, specifications, and cost estimates for current and future department projects and obtain required regulatory approvals.

• Review plans, specifications, and studies for department projects prepared by private consulting firms and review submittals from contractors and suppliers.

• Assist in design of projects owned, operated, or under the maintenance/repair responsibility of DNR.

• Stay current with advances in the engineering practice, and with statutes, codes, rules, and policies, and provide input for legislative proposals.

• Review engineering models to determine if they meet standards and make recommendations on specifications and plans.

• Prepare and submit for permits based upon design criteria as established by relevant codes and regulations.

• Prepare and provide expert testimony in hearings.

• Serve as a technical expert for field meetings, incident, and emergency conditions.

This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Geotechnical, Structural Engineering, or a related field.

• A minimum of two (2) years of related technical work experience.

• Be willing to travel with an appropriate accommodation.

• Registration as a Professional Engineer within the State of Indiana (preferred), Engineer Intern in the State of Indiana, having passed the fundamentals of engineering examination, or as a licensed professional in Indiana with extensive experience in engineering geology, with a focus on dam and water resources projects.

• Proficiency or the ability to quickly become skilled in various engineering software applications.

• Ability to effectively coordinate the work of others in assigning responsibilities and coordinating engineering design work.

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to analyze a situation or problem and determine the most reliable and cost-effective solution.

• Ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with consulting engineers, governmental representatives, and contractors.

• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:

This role may be utilized in a supervisory capacity based on agency needs.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans

• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards

• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution

• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match

• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options

• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:

• 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers

• Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave

• Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off

• 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years

• Education Reimbursement Program

• Group life insurance

• Referral Bonus program

• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits

• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Free Parking for most positions

• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at View email address on click.appcast.io.

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