Senior Pipeline and Light Rail Engineer - Engineer Senior

• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Last Incumbent:
  Jonathan Sogard

• Job
• Location:
  
  St. Paul
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers and DPS employees eligible to bid. Eligible bidders (permanent, classified employees in the same job classification) should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing kara.kreutzer.us by 11:59 PM 08/06/2026.
• Date Posted: 07/31/2026
• Closing Date: 08/20/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MGEC
• Division/Unit:
  Pipeline Safety / Pipeline Safety Response
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Day Shift / 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Days of Work:
  Monday
  - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  Yes, up to 30%
• Salary Range: $39.06 - $57.47 / hourly; $81,557 - $119,997 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers
• Last Incumbent:
  Jonathan Sogard
• Supervisor Name:
  Jonathan Sogard
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
  - Professional
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

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.

• Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division.

The Department of Public Safety are seeking a Senior Pipeline and Light Rail Engineer to support the Office of Pipeline Safety (OPS) and Office of State Safety Oversight (OSSO) divisions. This position will evaluate compliance with pipeline safety and rail fixed guideway public transportation laws, statutes, and regulations by supervising, providing training to engineers, and/or performing inspections, investigations, evaluations, and enforcement, and other communications under Minnesota Statute 299A.017, 299f.56 - .641, 299J, and 216D pursuant to the certification process through United States Code, title 49, chapter 601 sections 60101 through 60140 and any successor or supplemental requirements and the Federal Public Transportation Act of 2012.

This position will respond to requests from governing agencies, public and private organizations, and individuals to provide education, positive stakeholder relations, and other issues concerning pipelines/light rail, often with little or no supervision from headquarters. Serves as a senior technical staff member to coordinate and analyze existing and new inspection program plans and activities, such as annual inspection program plan, performance measures, operator qualifications, and integrity management, or other assigned projects.

Develops specific policies and procedures necessary to coordinate the engineering activities of professional engineers and technical support staff and provides recommendations to the principal Engineer, Chief Engineer, and the Director.

This is an excellent opportunity to make an impact by leading vital safety oversight, mentor engineers, and protect the State of Minnesota's infrastructure and communities.

The Department of Public Safety is unable to provide sponsorship for work visas. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States at the start of employment. DPS does not participate in E-Verify.

Engineering Experience including:

• Knowledge of theoretical engineering and practical engineering experience.
• Ability to evaluate conditions and conversations with person and organizations with diverse agendas, experience, education and goals, and remain capable of representing the positions of MNOPS with guidance from supervisor as required.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to successfully obtain PTSCTP certificate from FTA and successful completion of PHMSA TQ.
• Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Bachelor of Science degree and licensure as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Minnesota.

• Ability to drive a State-issued vehicle in compliance with all applicable laws and requirements. Must reside within Minnesota and 1 hour commute of St. Paul office.
• Ability to travel overnight up to 30% as required to meet the needs of the division.
• Participate in a weekly On-Call rotation for receiving after-hours emergency notifications.

• Experience with the design, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance of rail fixed guideway transportation systems or heavy rail subject to the regulatory provisions 49 CFR Subtitle B, Chapter II or Chapter VI.
• Experience with the design, engineering, construction, operations and maintenance of…