CAV/ITS Project Engineer - MN Dept of Transportation
CAV/ITS Project Engineer | Salary Range Engineer Senior: $38.39 - $56.48 / hourly; $80,158 - $117,930 / annually |
Salary Range Engineer 2 Graduate: $30.37 - $44.77 / hourly; $63,413 - $93,480 / annually
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to get your foot in the door with State of Minnesota? If so, come join our MnDOT team in Roseville, MN! Begin your journey today and check us out: Why Work For Us
This position is located at the Water’s Edge Building in Roseville, Minnesota and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. 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.
Our CAV/ITS Project Engineer position provides technical expertise and project management for connected and automated vehicles (CAV) projects, intelligent transportation system (ITS) projects, and emerging technology projects in the MnDOT Office of Connected and Automated Vehicles (known as CAV-X). This work includes:
· Developing and managing scopes of work, research, project schedules, project budgets, risk registers, and project management plans.
· Managing project communications, engagement and relationship building with stakeholders for each project.
· Supporting the implementation of CAV and ITS strategic plan initiatives.
· Providing technical support and expertise for MnDOT and external partners on ITS, CAV and systems engineering.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn About Our Benefits
· Health & Wellness: Low-cost medical, dental, vision, & prescription drug plans; health, dental, & dependent care spending accounts; Employee Assistance Program (EAP), health & well-being resources
· Financial Well-Being: Public pension plans, deferred compensation plan & health care savings plan; life insurance, short & long-term disability insurance, & paid parental leave
· Professional Development: Tuition assistance, employee education, leadership development
· Work/Life Balance: Paid vacation & sick leave including 12 paid holidays each year
· At-Work Benefits: Employee Resource Groups, employee recognition, employee activities, fitness center at our Central Office
Here are the Minimum Qualifications:
Engineer Senior 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 temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.)
Experience managing transportation projects.
Experience applying engineering principles, practices, techniques and methods.
Experience analyzing engineering information, identifying problems and recommending solutions.
Experience coordinating and/or directing the work of staff and/or consultants.
Engineer 2 Graduate Minimum Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university; and two years post-graduation civil engineering work; OR
A Master’s degree in Civil or Environmental Engineering from an ABET accredited college/university; and one year of post-graduation civil engineering work.
AND
A passing score on the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
Experience managing transportation projects.
Experience applying engineering principles, practices, techniques and methods.
Experience analyzing technical information and identifying problems.
ATTENTION APPLICANTS: This vacancy is being announced at two different job classes at the same time, Engineer Senior and Engineer 2 Graduate. The final classification and starting salary will be determined based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
APPLY ONLINE BY 03/09/2026 (only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered)
Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions”
Enter the Job Opening ID “92195” in the Keywords search box & click “>>”
Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job”
When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: Ellen
Visit www.dot.state.mn.us/careers/ for a listing of all our MnDOT job openings.
Questions? Contact Ellen Behrhorst (MnDOT Recruitment Specialist) - Ellen.Behrhorst@state.mn.us | 612.346.8330