Engineer Intern - Engineer ; Asst Bridge

DISTRICT 58 - Unit 051 – Chase

JOB NUMBER: 58//EIA-E5/5.26.26-JB

The overall function of this position is to assist the Engineer 7 and the Engineer 6 with managing the District’s Bridge Inspection and Maintenance Program. This includes the operation, planning, inspection, maintenance, and repair of fixed and movable bridges and dam structures to ensure a safe and cost effective maintenance program in accordance with maintenance system standards, budget policy, and procedures.

This position is located in District 58, Unit 051 of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to the Engineer 6.

Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.

• NOTE:
  
  This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.
• NOTE:
  
  Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at

• Assist with the daily operations of the District's Bridge Inspection Program and provide functional supervision over the Bridge Inspection and Maintenance and Bridge Electrician's gangs. Check bridge inspection reports for accuracy and recommend bridge repair methods to Engineer
  6. Designs retrofits for steel bridge members, temporary shoring, bridge deck repairs, bridge pile repairs, etc.

• Assist the Engineer 6 with the District Guardrail Repair contract management, coordinates with the guardrail contractor for repairs/replacements, communicates with Maintenance Specialist to obtain pictures and detail of guardrail location, records location and magnitude of repair, and submits all necessary repair and cost documentation to collect-on reimbursable claims.

• Assist the Engineer 6 with overseeing facility projects performed by contractors and District personnel to ensure facility projects are completed on schedule and under budget. Drafts plans and facility sketches, provides cost estimates, determines building specification to meet building codes, and provides innovative engineering design and construction ideas for District facility projects.

• Compile information for requests made by public and private agencies, officials, land owners, media, and department personnel regarding repair work, bridge and waterway closures, accidents, inspections, marine activities, and other bridge maintenance activities. Checks work performed by contractors and vendors.

• Assists in the design of proposed bridge projects and stage O studies. Reviews and recommends changes to plans and specifications for upcoming bridge projects that are designed by others. Attends plan‑in‑hand meetings to discuss project design and development of plans and specifications on all types of bridge projects.

• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/disaster support activities. May be subpoenaed as requested by DOTD legal Counsel. While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service laws, rules, and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.

• Appointment type:
  This vacancy is being announced as a Classified position and may be filled as a Job Appointment, Probationary, Promotional, or Detail to Special Duty appointment.
• Career progression:
  This position participates in a Career Progression Group (CPG) and may be filled as an Engineer Intern Applicant, Engineer Intern 1, Engineer Intern 2, Engineer 3, Engineer 4, or Engineer 5. The level at which the vacancy is filled will be determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.
• Compensation:
  These positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) as listed below.
  Engineer Intern 1 – $26.44 hourly / $2,115.20 bi-weekly
  Engineer Intern 2 – $28.29 hourly / $2,263.20 bi-weekly
  Engineer 3 – $33.39 hourly / $2,671.20 bi-weekly
  Engineer 4 – $36.90 hourly / $2,952.00 bi-weekly
  Engineer 5 – $39.48 hourly / $3,158.40 bi-weekly
• Required certification for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer Intern 1 or 2:
  Engineer Intern Certificate in the state of Louisiana.
• Required License for applicants interested in qualifying for Engineer 3, 4, or 5:
  Professional Engineer License in the state of Louisiana.

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type. Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission and Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available.