Full Time Engineering Jobs in Jackson, MS (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $82,482.28 - $110,000.00 Annually
Location : 25 - HINDS COUNTY, MS
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 9875-0947-20260812
Department: 0947 - STATE AID ROAD CONSTRUCTION DIVISION
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 8/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
Agency Minimum Salary: $82,482.28
Agency Maximum Salary: $110,000.00
About the Agency: The Office of State Aid Road Construction (OSARC) mission is to help Mississippi counties build better roads to the future by administering state and federally funded road and bridge construction projects in accordance with the statutory requirements of Sections 65-9 (1-33) and 65-37 (1-15) of the Mississippi Code of 1972, by providing project planning, review, project oversight, engineering oversight, accounting, contract administration, and information systems for the benefit of each Mississippi 82 counties . For questions about this position, you may contact Audrey Carter in Human Resources at 601-359-7150.
About the Position: This position is Non-State Service (X-16). The Office of State Aid Road Construction (OSARC) is responsible for managing Mississippi's State Aid Road Program, which assists the state's 82 counties in constructing and maintaining secondary, non-state-owned roads and bridges. This program is crucial for enhancing local infrastructure and ensuring connectivity between rural areas and major highways. The mission focuses on project planning, review, engineering oversight, accounting, contract administration, and information systems to enhance road and bridge safety and infrastructure across Mississippi counties. Inquiries about this position, you may contact Human Resources at 601-359-7150.
What you'll need to be Successful: Successful candidates will need a strong blend of technical expertise in their field, excellent communication skills, problem-solving abilities, project management skills, decision-making capabilities, leadership qualities, and attention to detail.
Preferred Qualifications: Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in a relevant Engineering discipline, Licensure and 6-7 years of experience as an Engineer. - Agency Preferred Qualifications: A Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university. Must have a current MS Professional Engineers License (PE) in Civil Engineering, with at least six (6) years' experience in Civil engineering.
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Health/Prescription InsuranceEligible employees have the opportunity to participate in the state's health and prescription insurance program. Employees may select either single or family coverage with affordable co-payments. More detail can be found at Know Your Benefits.
Wellness Benefits
Employees are eligible for a wellness and health promotion program. This plan provides annual benefits for certain services with first-dollar coverage with no deductible.
Life Insurance
All eligible employees receive an actual term life insurance policy upon employment. The policy coverage is two times the employee's annual salary to a maximum of $100,000. More detail can be found at Life Insurance Choices.
Optional Insurances
Many agencies offer discounted premiums for dental, vision, and cancer insurance.
Flexible Spending Accounts
Many state agencies provide opportunity for employees to participate in pre-tax spending accounts. These accounts allow employees to withhold childcare expenses and unreimbursed medical expenses prior to application of state and federal taxes.
Paid Personal Leave and Sick LeaveFull-time employees receive paid time off for personal needs and for sick leave. Leave begins accruing after one month of employment and may be used as it is accrued. Employees earn approximately 18 days of personal leave annually and 12 days of sick leave annually.
Military Leave
In accordance with federal law, all employees serving in the armed forces or the military reserves are entitled to 15 days per year for military training.
Holidays
Employees receive up to 10 paid holidays to enjoy many of our nation's celebrations with family and friends.
Retirement Programs
The State of Mississippi provides all its employees a Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Retirement Program. Employees become vested in the State's retirement system after 8 years of employment. Both you and your employing agency contribute toward your retirement. More detailed information regarding the State's retirement program can be found at http://www.pers.state.ms.us
Deferred Compensation
State agencies offer several opportunities for their employees to participate in a deferred compensation voluntary retirement savings plan. More information can be found at Deferred Compensation.
State Credit Union
All state employees are eligible to participate in the Mississippi Public Employees' Credit Union. This organization offers state employees special savings and borrowing plans. For more information about this program, call 601.948.8191.
Tuition Reimbursement
Many state agencies provide opportunities for their employees to achieve higher education through tuition reimbursement. Common programs include medical and nursing fields, accounting, and business/administrative fields.
Career Development and Training
The Mississippi State Personnel Board offers several management and administrative certification programs, as well as professional development courses to enhance employee value to the agency. Individual agencies also offer technical training and allow membership in professional organizations to employees in their specific fields of employment.
Promotional Opportunities
Employees who have completed 6 or more months of service are eligible for promotional opportunities within state government employment. Minimum qualifications must be met.
Career Ladders
Many job classifications provide career-ladder opportunities based upon attainment of competencies. These career ladders can increase an individual's salary, provided funds are available within the agency.
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How many years of experience do you have as an Engineer? (Refer to the job posting for an explanation of related experience.)

• No experience
• 1 year of experience
• 2 years of experience
• 3 years of experience
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• 5 years of experience
• 6 years of experience
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• More than 10 years

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What is the highest level of education (or semester hours of college) you have completed in a relevant Engineering discipline? (Refer to job posting for an explanation of relevant education.)

• None
• GED or High School Equivalency Diploma / High School Diploma
• 30 semester hours
• Associate's Degree / 60 semester hours
• 90 semester hours
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Specialist Degree
• Doctorate Degree

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Do you possess relevant valid Licensure?

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• No

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Do you possess a Bachelor's of Science Degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited four-year college or university?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a current MS Professional Engineers License (PE) in Civil Engineering?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least six years' experience in Civil engineering?

• YES
• NO

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