Entry Level Computer Hardware Engineer Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

Salary : $5,119.00 - $9,211.00 Monthly
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Job Type: Promotion
Job Number: 45/12439/ETSUP/05.19.26-AS
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: Section 45
Opening Date: 05/19/2026
Closing Date: 6/2/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
Section 45 / Traffic Engineering and Services
45/12439/ETSUP/05.19.26-AS
**This is a departmental promotional opportunity open to current permanent classified DOTD employees only.**
At DOTD, our mission is to empower communities and improve lives by delivering responsive, inclusive, and forward-thinking public services. We are proud to serve the people of Louisiana with integrity, innovation, and a deep commitment to equity.
About This Position:
This position supervises and oversees Electronic Technicians responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and connectivity of solid-state microprocessor traffic signal controllers and related fiber optic communication systems statewide. The role includes responding to emergency system failures, supporting traffic control and surveillance communications, and ensuring all equipment operates efficiently and safely. The incumbent must work independently, interpret and resolve unforeseen issues, and participate in ongoing training and professional development related to traffic signal and communication systems.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Services laws, rules and regulations, as well as DOTD policies, procedures, manuals, and directives.
Please visit our DOTD Career Center for more information about our agency:
Minimum Qualifications
Four years of experience or training in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR
Four years of experience or training in the installation, repair, or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software); OR
Possession of a CompTIA A+ Certification plus one of the following:
1. Three years of experience in the maintenance or repair of mechanical or electronic office equipment, precision machinery, or electronic/electrical systems; OR
2. Three years of experience in the installation, repair, or maintenance of computer equipment or systems (hardware and/or software).
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every six semester hours earned from an accredited college or university in electronics or computer science will substitute for one year of the required experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess an appropriate Federal Communications Commission (FCC) radio-telephone license when working with marine and aviation transmitting equipment or with radar.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:

• Supervises the programming, testing, troubleshooting, debugging, installation, and repair of traffic signal controller cabinet components, including microprocessors, conflict monitors, communication modems, fiber optic network systems, detection equipment, antennas, repeaters, and Intelligent Transportation Systems devices.
• Performs final inspections and approvals for traffic signal cabinet builds and controller programming, oversees traffic signal turn-on inspections for state construction and permit projects, and ensures staff are properly trained on all controller and cabinet components.
• Manages daily operations by scheduling work assignments, approving employee leave, assigning and tracking service calls, counseling and developing employees, and preparing performance evaluations for assigned staff.
• Programs and maintains statewide traffic signal controller inventories and databases using embedded software, microcomputers, and specialized electronic testing equipment, while conducting statewide field inspections and installations to ensure safe and efficient traffic signal operations.

Position Specific Details:Appointment Type: Promotional Only, open to current permanent classified DOTD employees.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy contact:
Jason Haraway
Statewide Signal Engineer
225-935-0102
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is an equal employment opportunity employer and serves as a model employer for individuals with disabilities. DOTD does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, disability, age, or pregnancy, and prohibits harassment of any type.
Information on the Louisiana Workforce Commission, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services is available:
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at
Parental Leave - Up to six weeks paid parental leave
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Holidays and Leave - State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
Retirement- State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

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Are you a current permanent classified LA DOTD employee?

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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

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Are you a current or former employee of the State of Louisiana?

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If so, for which state agency(ies) do you/did you work and during what time period(s)? If not, indicate "NA".
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To ensure compliance with PPM #9, DOTD Nepotism Policy, please list the name and relationship with any immediate family members that are currently employed by the LA-DOTD. Please type "N/A" if there are no immediate family members?
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Have you completed six or more semester hours from an accredited college or university in electronics or computer science?

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If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please type each course name, semester hours earned, and the accredited university below. If you answered "no", type N/A.Example: CSC 1350 - Computer Science I - 3 hrs - LSU
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