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Working Title: Bridge Design Engineer

Job Class: Engineer Senior

Agency: Transportation Department

+ **Job ID** : 89770

+ **Location** : Oakdale

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted** : 10/22/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 11/12/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit** : Bridges / Bridge Design Section

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift

+ **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $37.82 - $55.65 / hourly; $78,968 - $116,197 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

+ **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

+ **Last Incumbent** : Kendall Hill

+ **Supervisor Name** : Matthew Harold

+ **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 will be located at the Bridge Office in Oakdale and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule or work in the office. If working a hybrid schedule, 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.

We are seeking a skilled Bridge Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for the analysis and design of new and existing Department of Transportation (DOT) bridge structures. Your expertise will be instrumental in preparing plans and special provisions for various projects, including new bridges, bridge widening, reconstruction, overlays, and other structures such as retaining walls, sound walls, and hydraulic structures.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role in designing and developing essential transportation infrastructure. If you are passionate about bridge engineering and eager to work on innovative projects that make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities Include:

+ **Performing structural analysis and design of bridge elements and creating detailed sketches and calculations for drafting staff.**

+ **Checking the analysis and designs completed by consultants and other staff for accuracy and compliance with standards.**

+ **Helping to write project specifications, support communication, train new staff, and act as unit lead when needed.**

+ **Using bridge design software and spreadsheets effectively, support the development and evaluation of design tools.**

** 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 reciprocity, a practice pending letter from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR before starting employment.)

+ Experience in structural engineering practices sufficient to understand and appropriately apply design specifications.

+ Experience performing mathematical and geometric calculations.

+ Experience preparing technical information and reports.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Experience applying AASHTO Bridge Design Specifications, Guide Specifications, and MnDOT design standards.

+ Experience using computer software for structural analysis and bridge design.

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 [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.