Civil Engineering Specialist - Design
About The Position
The Montana Department of Transportation (MDT) is recruiting two (2) Civil Engineering Specialists in our Project Development / Design Section in the Butte District. Positions are responsible for conducting engineering and analysis, Right of Way Design, reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability, coordinating and performing surveying procedures, serving as lead worker, and performing a variety of other duties as assigned. Completed work is reviewed for application of sound professional and engineering judgment. We encourage applications from college seniors graduating in one of the mentioned fields in May 2026! This position is part of a career ladder with career advancement opportunities. For a full job description, please contact Michaela Cortright at mcortright@mt.gov Benefits of working for MDT and the State of Montana include: · Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance · Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available · Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance · Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families · State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation) · Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek · Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays · Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness · Benefits apply on first day of employment · Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer For information on the Montana Department of Transportation’s mission, vision, and values, please visit our website\: https ://www.mdt.mt.gov/about.aspx#values
Requirements
- A resume detailing your qualifications and work history.
- A cover letter of no more than two pages addressing your qualifications for the position.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field of study. Related degrees may include Environmental Engineering, Geologic/Geotechnical Engineering, Materials Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, or Engineering Science.
- Civil Engineering Specialist Level 2: a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
- Civil Engineering Specialist Level 2: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
- Civil Engineering Specialist Level 3: a minimum of 2 years to 4 years of engineering or directly related work experience.
- Civil Engineering Specialist Level 3: Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE), Engineering Intern Certification (EIT), or licensed Professional Engineer.
Responsibilities
- Conducting engineering and analysis
- Right of Way Design
- Reviewing construction plans and specifications for design intent and constructability
- Coordinating and performing surveying procedures
- Serving as lead worker
- Performing a variety of other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
- Potential hybrid remote work arrangement available
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to Montana Health Centers, low-cost clinics for state employees and their families
- State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
- Employees in this position receive overtime compensation or compensatory time for all time in a pay status over 40 hours in a workweek
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness
- Benefits apply on first day of employment
- Relocation assistance may be offered to the successful candidate at the time of offer
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
