CAV​/Project Engineer

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system. We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers.

To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees. You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

• Job : 92195
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 02/17/2026
• Closing Date
  : 03/09/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC
• Division/Unit
  : CAV-X / CAV-X
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  No
• Salary Range Engineer Senior: $38.39 - $56.48 / hourly; $80,158 - $117,930 / annually
• Salary Range Engineer 2 Graduate: $30.37 - $44.77 / hourly; $63,413 - $93,480 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

* The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.*.

ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time, Engineer Senior and Engineer 2 Graduate. The final classification and starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.

This position is located at the Water’s Edge Building in Roseville, Minnesota and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

This position provides technical expertise and project management for connected and automated vehicles (CAV) projects, intelligent transportation system (ITS) projects, and emerging technology projects in the MnDOT Office of Connected and Automated Vehicles (known as CAV‑X). This work includes:

• Developing and managing scopes of work, research, project schedules, project budgets, risk registers, and project management plans.
• Managing project communications, engagement and relationship building with stakeholders for each project.
• Supporting the implementation of CAV and ITS strategic plan initiatives.
• Providing technical support and expertise for MnDOT and external partners on ITS, CAV and systems engineering.

Engineer Senior Minimum Qualifications:

• Licensure as a professional civil engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID) or ability to obtain licensure through reciprocity. (If obtaining licensure through reciprocity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)
• Experience managing transportation projects.
• Experience applying engineering principles, practices, techniques and methods.
• Experience analyzing engineering…