Trainee-Graduate Engineer

Overview

Join to apply for the Trainee-Graduate Engineer role at Minnesota Department of Transportation
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Location:

Duluth

Job  | Full-Time | Trainee

Posting date: 9/5/2025 | Closing date: 11/3/2025

• Work on the Blatnik Bridge Replacement Project Team, assisting with design and construction oversight of the replacement project.
• Participate in MnDOT’s Design-Build oversight, reviewing design and construction submittals, elements of bridge design (steel beams, prestressed concrete beams, foundations), and select main span alternatives.
• Rotate through MnDOT’s Graduate Engineer Training Program (2-year rotations) with mentorship, trainings, and a network of engineers for growth.
• Transition to a permanent Engineer 2 Graduate position in the home base office after completing required criteria and rotations.

• Minimum Qualifications:
  
  A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Construction, Geoengineering, or Structural Engineering from ABET-accredited college/university or equivalent; GPA greater than 2.5; valid class D driver’s license.
• Preferred Qualifications:
  
  3.0 GPA or higher; FE certification or PE licensure;
  Master’s Degree in Civil/Construction Engineering (structural emphasis) or Structural Engineering; advanced coursework in structures; experience in geotechnical engineering, foundation design, or retaining wall design.
• Applicant evaluation may consider: GPA, advanced engineering degree, FE/PE certification, engineering work experience, MnDOT experience.
• All applicants must provide transcripts, FE/PE proof, and location preferences via email to the stated contact by the posting close date.

• Successful candidates must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history checks; background investigations are required.
• Eligibility to work in the US from start of employment (MnDOT does not sponsor visas or STEM OPT extensions).

• Work Shift/
  
  Hours:
  
  Flexible;
  Days:
  Monday – Friday;
  Travel:
  Occasional
• Salary Range: $26.62 - $39.28 hourly; $55,582 - $82,016 annually
• Classification:
  Non-Status; FLSA:
  Exempt - Professional;
  
  Location:
  
  Duluth;
  Telework Eligible:
  No
• Bargaining Unit: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers (if applicable)

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. Email required documents to Monica Schumacher umacher.us by the posting close date. Include transcript and FE/PE documentation, degree equivalency details if applicable, and a list ranking preferred permanent locations.

For questions about applying, contact the job information line at  or careers.us.

MnDOT is an equal opportunity employer. Benefits may include health insurance, paid leave, holidays, retirement plans, disability insurance, and professional development opportunities. Eligibility varies by employment type, agency, funding, and location.