Working Title: Bridge ScopingEngineer

Job Class: Engineer Principal

Agency: Transportation Department

• Job ID : 85070

• Location : Oakdale

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary : Unlimited

• Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted : 03/21/2025

• Closing Date : 04/03/2025

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

• Division/Unit : Bridges / Bridge Planning Section

• Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift

• Days of Work : Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $40.82 - $62.17 / hourly; $85,232 - $129,810 / annually

• Classified Status : Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

• Last Incumbent : Ashley Jacobson

• Supervisor Name : David Hedeen

• FLSA Status : Exempt - Professional

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

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.

This position is located at the Bridge Office in Oakdale and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent is expected to work in the office on occasion.

The Bridge Scoping Engineer provides planning, scoping reports, and cost estimates for all state bridge projects, including preservation, rehabilitation, and new construction. This position serves as the central point of contact for District Bridge scoping inquiries and supports Districts in managing bridge project development from MnSHIP through CHIP and into STIP planning stages.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop accurate scoping reports and cost estimates for state bridge projects.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure projects meet schedule, cost, and scope requirements.

• Identify project risks, constraints, and document contingencies during early scoping.

• Support Districts in defining bridge repair work and cost estimations for STIP entry.

• Optimize the STIP budget and address future unfunded needs through accurate scoping estimates.

• Serve as a technical resource on bridge preservation and improvement strategies

• Identify and implement improvements and efficiencies in the scoping process

** 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.

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 comity (reciprocity), a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.

AND

• Three years of experience as an Engineer Senior or equivalent that demonstrates:

• Experience in structural engineering or bridge design;

• Experience using computer software for structural analysis or bridge design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience applying Bridge Preservation and Improvement Guidelines.

• Experience applying cost estimation for broad investment decisions.

Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and/or Education/License Verification.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.