Temporary Rf Design Engineer Jobs in Louisiana (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $4,167.00 - $7,502.00 Monthly
Location : Leesville, LA
Job Type: Classified
Job Number: 08/50695081/EIA-E5/5.22.26-LT
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 8- Alexandria
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
District 08-UNIT 248 Leesville, LA
Job Number: 08/50695081/EIA-E5/5.22.26-LT
District Recruitment for Vernon Parish:
The overall function of this position is to assist the resident project engineer in the planning, directing, and coordination of all activities for a construction unit. This position is located in the District 08, Unit 248 in Leesville, Louisiana, of the Department of Transportation and Development and reports directly to an Engineer 6, Project Engineer. The incumbent must be self-motivated and be able to perform duties many times without supervision or with minimal supervision and also be able to interpret unforeseen conditions as they may arise. The incumbent will participate in DOTD structured training programs as appropriate and attend all continuing education classes and conferences deemed necessary to facilitate the performance of required tasks.
While in official capacity, DOTD employees must comply with applicable Louisiana and Civil Service 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
Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
NOTE:
This is a temporary position to be utilized while the incumbent is securing a Louisiana Engineer Intern certificate. Permanent status shall be denied to incumbents occupying this position.
NOTE:
Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificates are issued by the Louisiana Professional Engineering and Land Surveying Board. Licensing requirements may be viewed at www.lapels.com.
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:

• Have knowledge of current LaDOTD specifications, design guidelines, and design standards.
• Monitors erosion control plans, and hazardous waste removal.
• Have knowledge of and be able to proficiently use computer software such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Develops and writes change orders to solve complex problems such as design errors, construction problems, and environmental concerns.
• Must be able to proficiently use computer, scanner, and copier.
• May be required to perform other duties as necessary including, but not limited to, emergency/ disaster support activities.

Position Specific:
Appointment Type: Probational/Promotional
Career Progression: This position may be filled as Engineer Intern Applicant or Engineer 1-5, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:00AM to 3:30PM.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Please list all work experience on the application. Failure to include all work experience may affect your eligibility for this position.
*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 on your application.Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
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.
Contact Information:
For more information regarding this vacancy, please contact:
Randall Duffey
Area Engineer
337-238-6406
"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."
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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:
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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.
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Are you a probational LA-DOTD employee?

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• No

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Are you a permanent 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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Do you possess a valid Louisiana driver's license?

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Do you possess either a High School Diploma or GED?

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Do you possess a current Engineer Intern (EI) certificate or Professional Engineer (PE) license?

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• No

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If you answered yes to the previous question, please list your certificate or license type, number, issuing state, original issue date, and expiration date. If not, please enter N/A.
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Are you willing to perform other duties as necessary, including, but not limited to, emergency disaster support activities after work hours, weekends, and holidays?

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What are your career interests?
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Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.Did you include all relevant education and experience on your official submission?

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• No

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