• Seasonal Engineering Assistant

    State of Indiana (Fort Wayne, IN)


    Seasonal Engineering Assistant

     

    Date Posted: Oct 7, 2025

     

    Requisition ID: 466611

    Location:

    Fort Wayne, IN, US, 46808

     

    Work for Indiana

     

    Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

    About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

    The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

    Role Overview:

    INDOT is committed to providing its seasonal engineering assistants with one of the most practical, job-relevant experiences available to help them develop their professional skills and bolster their resume. In addition, our positions are designed to allow the employee to work in a hands-on environment with current INDOT managers and leaders, allowing them to develop their communication and leadership skills. The Technical Services Section of the Fort Wayne District is responsible for system assessment, material testing, traffic engineering, planning and permitting functions for a 17 county region in northeast Indiana.

    Preferred Experience :

    + Enrolled in an ABET-accredited university's Civil Engineering or related program.

    + Considerable knowledge in the use of computers, CADD & drafting equipment;

    + Basic Knowledge of civil engineering technology;

    + Ability to understand civil engineering technology; use statistical analysis; comprehend & interpret plans & specifications to design standard plans; cooperate with co-workers on group projects; handle routine & sensitive contacts with public, government officials & property owners concerning assigned projects.

    + Detail-Oriented

    Pay Rate:

    This position pays an hourly rate of $16.24.

     

    A Day in the Life:

     

    Work could include but would not be limited to: assisting with pavement and bridge quality assessment which includes site inspection of road conditions and various bridge elements in order to recommend capital project needs, recording historical pavement data into a GIS application, traffic engineering studies including traffic capacity analysis utilizing Synchro and/or Highway Capacity Software, forensic crash investigation to determine root cause and crash trends on state routes (HAT software and Highway Safety Manual), performing site audits and inspections using various material testing procedures at stone quarries/mines, concrete beam plants, asphalt plants, etc. The successful candidate would likely be exposed to several of these functional areas based upon workload demand.

    What You'll Need for Success:

    + Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

    Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

    This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

    Equal Employment Opportunity:

    The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at [email protected].

     

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