Transportation Engineer - Engineer Development Program; EDP

Looking for an exciting career opportunity? Come join the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) team and contribute to the safety, quality, and longevity of the Michigan Department of Transportation's (MDOT) roadway network. MDOT employs a diverse group of talented and innovative individuals in a wide variety of professions and is responsible for Michigan's state highway system, comprised of all M, I and US routes.

Here at MDOT, we take pride in the importance of the work we do, and strive to create an exceptional workforce, ready and able to support the department's operations, both now and in the future.

The Engineer Development Program (EDP) is an entry-level rotational program providing new engineers (at the Transportation Engineer 9 level) experience in multiple work areas while under the guidance of a mentor. The EDP experience prepares participants for an exciting and challenging career ical assignments during the rotational cycle may include road and bridge design, construction, traffic safety, operations, maintenance, geotechnical, materials, and surveys.

Additional opportunities in other technical areas can be worked into the program with the help of the EDP mentor. Locations will vary depending on current assignments/rotation. It is the intent of the program to develop transportation professionals with a broad understanding of MDOT's mission and practice.

Note:

This a permanent full-time, entry-level position that is intended for individuals with a year or less of transportation engineering experience. Upon satisfactory performance, this position has the opportunity for advancement.

The “Salary” listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the experienced (P11) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.

• Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering by June 1, 2027.
• No specific type or amount of experience is required. Transportation Engineer 9 level.

• Attach a detailed resume.
• Possess a valid driver’s license.
• Attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application. (Foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.)

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment. Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable. Any position offer will be conditional until the results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac.

Accommodations:
If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the ADA coordinator for the agency that posted this position vacancy.