Highway Engineer

Work for Indiana

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 Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state's quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance.

Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview :

The Work Zone Safety (WZS) Engineer supports INDOT's mission to maintain safe, efficient, and reliable transportation operations by providing engineering expertise in work zone safety and temporary traffic control. The position ensures compliance with federal requirements and supports improved safety, mobility, and reduction of work zone-related delays. This classification participates in INDOT's Engineer Progression Program, progressing from underfill levels to full professional engineering practice.

This role progresses from foundational engineering tasks toward independent technical authority through a threetier model in accordance with the INDOT Engineer Progression Program:

* Engineer Trainee:
Learns standards and procedures; performs engineering tasks under guidance. Duties involve learning, supporting, and assisting.

* Licensed Engineer:
Performs independent analyses, reviews, and project level engineering decisions. Duties are performed independently with full technical responsibility.

* Senior Engineer:
Provides statewide subject matter expertise, leads complex reviews, supports policy development, and mentors junior staff. Duties involve leadership, expert‑level judgment, and high‑impact statewide responsibilities.

Engineer Trainee:

A Professional Engineering license is not required for this position. Candidates who have an Engineering degree and a current Engineer in Training license (EIT), but do not hold a professional license, may be hired at a lower minimum salary and are eligible for promotional increases upon achieving milestones including years of experience and obtaining their Professional Engineering license. Upon obtaining a Professional Engineer license, the salary traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010 but may be commensurate with education or work experience.

Location:

This position is with INDOT's Indianapolis District.

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $75,010.00 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential functions of this role are as follows:

* Planning & Project Management:
Serve as a resource for proposal development and research process. Ensure milestones, deliverables, and implementation strategies, are established accurately. Assist supervisor in the development of strategic planning and resource utilization.  You will participate in providing project reviews in accordance with the Agency's established performance standards. Ensure that all plans reflect the scope of services, existing field conditions, appropriate design standards, and sound engineering judgment.

* Program Management:
Coordinate programs and plans for the division/department; interpret laws, regulations, and guidelines within area of assignment; review program plans for completeness, economic and technical feasibility.

* Design and Research:
Assist in the development of programs, research development & technology plans (road maps) to improve product quality. Review research proposals and report to ensure their accuracy,…