Transportation Engineer
Listed on 2026-08-23
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance & Protection, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics -
Transportation
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Summary Of Work
Local Government Division, Urban and Rural Section, Bismarck, ND
Shape the Future of Transportation with the North Dakota Department of Transportation!
Are you ready to make a real impact? The North Dakota Department of Transportation is looking for dedicated and skilled professionals to join our team. This is your chance to play a vital role in creating safe, efficient, and innovative transportation solutions that serve communities across our state. We uphold the values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, and excellence in everything we do.
If you're seeking a rewarding career with purpose, we encourage you to apply today!
Transportation Engineer III: $7,243 / month
Transportation Engineer II: $5,999 / month
Transportation Engineer I: $5,403 / month
At the North Dakota Department of Transportation, we owe our success to our TEAM and processes. As a Transportation Engineer in the Local Government Division, you will manage locally developed roadway and bridge projects to ensure timely delivery and compliance with state and federal funding guidelines. You will also provide technical support to local agencies and consultants, offering guidance on program requirements and engaging through meetings and presentations.
Additionally, the role supports a variety of Local Government programs by executing contracts, preparing documents, and assisting with project delivery to meet divisional objectives.
Project Management of local developed projects for roadway and bridge projects.
- Review project schedules and monitor activities for timely completion to meet the bid ready requirements.
- Provide guidance on development of project activities such as environmental clearance, permitting, utility coordination, etc.
- Review and provide feedback for project plans, specifications, and estimates needed to meet bidding requirements.
- Work with various NDDOT Divisions and Districts, FHWA, and other federal/state agencies.
- Attend Field reviews, public input meetings, project meetings, etc to provide technical assistance.
Provide technical assistance to Cities, Townships, counties, and other non-state governmental agencies, and consultants.
- Support agencies in local state and federal program guidance.
- Attend local agency meetings to communicate, collaborate, and educate.
- Present at local agency meetings and conferences.
Aid Local Government teams on other programs as requested by the Division Director.
- Provide assistance on numerous tasks needed to fulfill requirements of Local Government programs such as Flex Fund Program, Transportation Alternatives, Special Road fund, Urban Grant Program, other federal aid programs, etc.
- Execute contracts, prepare agreements, and process payments.
- Prepare bidders proposal and PACER estimates.
- Review and submit final plans, certifications, SP's, construction completion dates for bidding.
- Other duties as assigned.
To be considered as a Transportation Engineer III, you must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field, and four years of professional-level engineering work experience. You will need to have successfully completed the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as specified by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
To be considered as a Transportation Engineer II, you must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or closely related degree, and two years of professional-level engineering work experience. In addition, you must have passed or have the ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as specified by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
To be considered as a Transportation Engineer I, you must have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, or closely related degree.
- December 2026 graduates will be considered for the Transportation Engineer I level.
This position requires a class D driver's license for travel to various projects and required trainings.
Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and reference check.
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