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Working Title: Pipeline Safety Engineer Graduate

Job Class: Engineer 2 Graduate

Agency: Public Safety Dept

+ **Job ID** : 90214

+ **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 (permanent, classified employees in the same job and class). Eligible bidders should apply through self-service and confirm their bid by emailing [email protected] by 11:59 PM 11/19/25.

+ **Date Posted** : 11/13/2025

+ **Closing Date** : 12/01/2025

+ **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : Public Safety Dept / Public Safety-MGEC

+ **Division/Unit** : Pipeline Safety / Pipeline Outreach/Enforcement

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift/ 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

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

+ **Travel Required** : Yes - Up to 30% of the time

+ **Salary Range:** $29.92 - $44.11 / hourly; $62,472 - $92,101 / annually

+ **Classified Status** : Classified

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

+ **Last Incumbent** : New position

+ **Supervisor Name** : Michael Mendiola

+ **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.

_** Employees may telework up to 50% or more, depending on the position and the needs of the division. Employees who live 50 miles or more from their permanent work location may be allowed to telework more than 50% with approval from the division director. **_

The Pipeline Safety Engineer Graduate provides technical engineering support to the Minnesota Office of Pipeline Safety (MNOPS) in the areas of damage prevention, enforcement, and pipeline inspection. This position plays a key part in promoting the safe operation of pipelines and underground facilities across the state by conducting field investigations, inspections, and data analysis, and by engaging in stakeholder education. The engineer helps ensure compliance with Minnesota Statutes 216D, Minnesota Rules 7560, and federal pipeline safety regulations (49 CFR Parts 190–195)

_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._

Minimum Qualifications

+ A bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least two years of experience working under the supervision of a licensed professional engineer.

+ Foundational knowledge of underground facility operations, engineering principles, and safety practices.

+ Have the ability to learn, interpret and apply state and federal laws and regulations related to pipeline safety and damage prevention.

+ Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage respectfully with diverse communities and stakeholders.

+ Willingness and ability to travel up to 30% as required to meet the office needs and operate a state-issued vehicle in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

+ Proficient in using personal computers, mobile devices, and field software to conduct inspections, document investigations, and communicate findings with team members and supervisors.

+ Live in Minnesota and within an hour of the Saint Paul office.

+ Ability to work cooperatively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and underserved communities.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint to create documents, analyze data, and prepare presentations.

+ Proficiency in a second language (e.g., Spanish, Hmong, Somali) and English, with the ability to accurately translate written and spoken messages while preserving content, context, and tone.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to learn all aspects of this position which will include moving across uneven terrain, navigating inclines, responding to potential safety hazards, Handling items weighing up to 20 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Additional Requirements

This position requires successful completion of the following:

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety that all employees submit to a background investigation prior to employment, which includes the following components:

1) criminal history

2) reference check

3) driver license

4) drug screen

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.

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.