Engineering & Planning Svcs

At the North Dakota Department of Transportation, we owe our success to our people and processes. As a Transportation Engineer in our Devils Lake District, you will manage small and medium construction projects and be the main inspector on large projects. The ideal person for this position will be a problem solver with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. You will manage construction projects, monitor contractor operations and assure project is built according to the plans and specs. You will also be responsible for designing projects and preparing plan documents for district designed projects.Other duties include large project inspection, filling in for project engineer in their absence, preliminary surveys, bridge deck evaluations, construction survey and materials testing, as well as other miscellaneous job duties.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered as a Transportation Engineer II, you must have a bachelor's degree in engineering and two years of professional-level engineering work experience. In addition, you must have passed or have the ability to pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam as specified by the Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors within six months of employment.To be considered as a Transportation Engineer I, you must have a bachelor's degree in engineeringThis position requires a class D driver's license.Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and reference check.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.**Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Lynn Spomer, Strategic Talent Acquisition Manager, at lyspomer@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

As a Transportation Engineer Manager Team Lead you will Provide engineering oversite on all construction projects in the Minot District and keep the ADE & DE informed of progress on all projects. Oversee all plan development within the District.Primary Duties Include:Office Management and RecordingIn this role, you will maintain knowledge of department procedures and policies related to construction administration, verify mathematical calculations and unit usage on daily inspection reports, and ensure accurate final documentation of project quantities. You will use computers to prepare progress reports, estimates, haul sheets, change orders, and other project documents. Additionally, you will organize project records for finals, track required shop drawings and material certifications, notify contractors of documentation deficiencies, and negotiate change order items. You will also monitor EEO and labor compliance interviews required for projects.Preliminary Engineering and DesignIn this role, you will supervise and provide professional engineering expertise for district project development, including scoping reports, project concept reports, and highway plan designs. You will coordinate district design activities with Central Office divisions and collaborate on all phases of project development, including NDDOT, City, County, and Consultant designs. Responsibilities include scheduling preliminary surveys, assigning personnel and equipment, reviewing survey data, and gathering information for CatEx and ECLs. You will also prepare project plans, incorporating design recommendations, environmental regulations, and departmental standards, while handling specifications, final layouts, traffic control designs, and cost estimates.Contract AdministrationResponsibilities include supervising multiple construction projects, including NDDOT and consultant-engineered projects. The role requires providing professional engineering expertise to ensure compliance with department procedures and Board of Registration rules. It involves interpreting plans, specifications, and policies, analyzing and recommending solutions to construction staff, and reviewing change orders. Additional duties include overseeing City and County projects with Federal funds, conducting consultant evaluations at project close, mentoring staff on project management, assigning project resources, and staying current with advancements in construction practices and materials.District ManagementIn this role, responsibilities include supervising construction staff, conducting annual performance reviews, monitoring progress, recommending training, and handling disciplinary actions. Involvement in the interview and hiring process is required, along with managing public relations tasks such as preparing news releases, attending public meetings, and presenting department programs. Additional duties include resolving complaints from agencies and the public, reviewing, and approving various permits and agreements, recommending seasonal staff assignments, and preparing plans for emergency contracts. The role also involves administering special programs for disaster assistance, emergency contracts, and small-scale safety projects.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires a bachelor's degree in civil engineering,Four years of professional-level engineering work experience,Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of ND within 6 months of start date.Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process and reference check.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.**Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Lynn Spomer, Strategic Talent Acquisition Manager, at lyspomer@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

Minimum Qualifications

Office of the Adjutant General is attempting to fill this position at an Engineer II level but reserves the right to underfill the position as an Engineer I level.To be considered for an Engineer II, you must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture and two years of professional level work experience in engineering, architecture or a closely related field. A master's degree may substitute for one (1) year of the work experience requirement. Successful completion of the interview process, reference check and background investigation are required. Ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).To be considered for an Engineer I, you must have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture or a closely related field. Successful completion of the interview process, reference check and background investigation are required. Ability to obtain a Common Access Card (CAC).Individuals that are graduating in May 2025 are encouraged to apply.Preference will be given to individuals with the ability to be registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect (RA) in North Dakota or registered in another state with eligibility for registration in North Dakota.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and transcripts along with the application form through the online system. Application materials must reach this office by 11:59 PM on the closing date. The application materials should include information which directly addresses how the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and . It is very important to be thorough and detailed on all application materials. Applicants who experience difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For questions regarding the duties or requirements, please contact Human Resources at otaghr@nd.gov Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, the Office of the Adjutant General does not provide sponsorships

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.

CADD Editing duties consist of producing standardized CADD layouts of preliminary survey data, gathering relevant data and resources from various sources including field technicians, consultants, and utility companies, and creating digital terrain models. The role requires adherence to NDDOT CADD standards in plan production, performing quality control checks for accuracy and consistency and maintaining daily documentation files on production events.LiDAR and Photogrammetric responsibilities include developing and utilizing techniques to process LiDAR point cloud data, creating, and implementing classification techniques for multiple sources of LiDAR, and generating preliminary survey topography graphics and surface generation. The role includes collecting preliminary survey data from aerial imagery using a stereo soft-copy workstation and performing various photogrammetric operations such as stereo compilation, image creation and manipulation, analytical triangulation, and ortho-rectified mosaic production. Stereo vision acuity is a requirement for this responsibility. UAS operations involve implementing mission planning to ensure project scope is met efficiently, utilizing UAVs and sensor payloads to collect field data for preliminary surveys, and processing GNSS and IMU data to create accurate trajectories. The role also includes post-processing raw data to produce quality LiDAR point cloud files, as well as creating and maintaining related documents and manuals.This role involves continuous training to develop and refine accuracy and efficiency while maintaining documentation that outlines the procedures for creating preliminary survey production files for NDDOT projects.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for an Engineering Technician IV, you must have at least six years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level course work and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. To be considered for an Engineering Technician III, you must have at least four years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level course work and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. To be considered for an Engineering Technician II, you must have at least two years of work experience related to the engineering technician duties listed. College-level coursework and/or degree in an engineering or related field reflecting the required abilities for this position may be substituted for the required work experience on a year-for-year basis. At any level, you'll need to be able to work in all types of weather on a variety of uneven or slippery surfaces, have the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry several items with a total weight of 50 pounds, and have a valid North Dakota Class D driver's license in order to travel to project locations.But most importantly, we're looking for someone who is passionate about surveying and remote sensing, has strong organizational and communication skills, and is proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and Word. If this sounds like you, then we encourage you to apply for this exciting full-time position with a competitive salary and benefits package. Join us in building the road to success!Employment of the selected candidate will be contingent on satisfactorily completing the interview process, required job function testing, stereo visual acuity screening, and reference check.

About Team ND

"Far and away the best prize life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." - Theodore RooseveltMore than 7,500 talented, hard-working people across sixty-three agencies have come together as Team North Dakota. At Team ND, we are driven to succeed through gratitude, humility, curiosity and courage. Our purpose is to empower people, improve lives, and inspire success. Join us in being legendary.Total Rewards: The State of North Dakota is committed to providing team members with a strong and competitive rewards package that support you, your health and your family.Considering a new position on Team ND? How does your current position stack up? Use our Total Rewards Calculator to estimate.

Application Procedures

Submit an application at www.nd.gov/careers by 11:59 P.M. CST on the closing date. Application materials, including resume, cover letter, and transcript, must clearly explain how experience and education relate to the minimum qualifications and job duties.**Candidates will be scored on a 100-point candidate questionnaire to be considered for interviews. Application materials, including resumes and attachments, are not considered in the 100-point candidate questionnaire. Applicants must provide detail in their responses to the questionnaire.Applicants who experience technical difficulties during the application process should contact recruiter@nd.gov or 701.328.3290. For more information or if you need accommodation or assistance in the application or selection process, contact Lynn Spomer, Strategic Talent Acquisition Manager, at lyspomer@nd.gov or (701) 328-2651. Learn more about NDDOT at https://www.dot.nd.gov/.TTY users may use Relay North Dakota at 711 or 1-800-366-6888.NDDOT does not provide sponsorships.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of North Dakota and this hiring agency do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), genetics, religion, age or disability in employment or the provisions of services and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.As an employer, the State of North Dakota prohibits smoking in all places of state employment in accordance with N.D.C.C. Sect. 23-12-10.