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Assistant State Signal & Lighting Engineer | Salary Range: $42.16 - $64.20 / hourly; $88,030 - $134,050 / annually

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a pivotal role in the future of traffic signals across Minnesota? The Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) Office of Traffic Engineering is a recognized national leader, and we’re looking for someone like you to help shape and advance the state’s traffic infrastructure. This is your chance to make a lasting impact on Minnesota’s roads!

WHY WORK FOR US? Check us out: https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/why-work-for-us/

Our Mission: At MnDOT’s Office of Traffic Engineering, we are committed to reducing fatal and life-changing crashes, improving mobility for all users, and introducing innovative, cost-effective solutions to enhance traffic safety and efficiency. We serve as a key resource for districts, cities, counties, contractors, and consultants throughout the state as well as being a national resource. As part of the Toward Zero Deaths initiative, we work in collaboration with a network of state agencies, local governments, and educational institutions to make Minnesota’s roadways the safest in the country.

Why the Twin Cities? The Twin Cities area blends big-city energy with small-town warmth. With hundreds of parks, lakes, and trails, there’s always something to explore- hiking, biking, kayaking, skiing, or skating. The region’s thriving arts, dining, and sports scenes make it one of the most livable metro areas in the country. Whether you’re outdoorsy or artsy, you’ll feel right at home here.

Why Join Us? Not only will you be part of a team that’s making a real difference, but you'll also enjoy flexible work options. This position is located in Roseville, Minnesota and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. If working a hybrid schedule, 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 Assistant State Signal & Lighting Engineer position will provide specialized guidance to statewide traffic electrical systems design and operations for traffic control signals and to support roadway lighting; to review, coordinate and develop uniform statewide policies, procedures, and standards for signal and lighting design and operation. The responsibilities include:

• Direct the development and participate in the review and coordination of uniform statewide policies, procedures, and standards for signal design and operation.
• Coordinate with Metro District and Greater Minnesota Districts on signal operations and signal shared services.
• Represent interests of non-Metro districts in signal design and operation decisions.
• Provide technical support for traffic electrical systems training programs.
• Coordinate and manage the evaluation of new products and methods for traffic electrical designs and operation.
• Managing and working on traffic signal related projects.
• Act as technical liaison for miscellaneous research and implementation projects.
• Provide engineering assistance to MnDOT’s Connected and Automated Vehicle Program with a focus on traffic signal control devices.
• Exercise supervisory authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered, and employees will effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve the annual objectives of the section.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Learn more about our benefits:https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/why-work-for-us/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

Minimum Qualifications:

NOTE: To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Licensure as a professional engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). If obtaining licensure through comity (reciprocity), a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment.

AND

Three years of experience as an Engineer Senior or equivalent that demonstrates the following:

• Experience in, and high-level application of the principles and practices of traffic signal design and operation.
• Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code and general electrical principles.
• Experience providing technical guidance and support to others.
• Experience reviewing technical information and arriving at solutions to problems.
• Supervisory experience sufficient to enforce and communicate MnDOT’s policies, personnel rules, and collective bargaining agreements.

APPLY ONLINE BY 7/27/2026 (only applications received on mn.gov/careers will be considered)

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers & click “Search Open Positions”
2. Enter the Job Opening ID “90125” in the Keywords search box & click “>>”
3. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting & click “Apply for Job”
4. When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: LinkedIn

Visit https://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