Position SummaryThis position performs high-level engineering work and is responsible for making decisions independent of supervisory oversight. This position assists with directing the work and activities of transportation specialist and consultants while providing technical guidance to the design, construction, maintenance, and consultant staff on geotechnical/soils design as well as evaluation of soil conditions. This position is responsible for providing assistance to the team with project activities, performing soils-related activities during both design and construction, completing soils reports for highway improvement projects, evaluation and accepting consultant prepared soils reports, providing assistance on pavement designs, and coordinating all materials activities for the Southwest Region Madison office during construction from Letting through the finals process.
This position requires strong knowledge and understanding of applicable WisDOT and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) rules, laws, statutes, procedures, and policies as well as an understanding of Southwest Region construction programs, contract plans, estimates and specifications processes and procedures.
The full performance level of this position is Civil Engineering Transportation Advanced which will require a valid Wisconsin Professional Engineering License.
Salary InformationThe
Senior level position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an
annual salary of $84,656 - $104,458 depending upon qualifications and experience.
The
Advanced level position is in schedule-range 14-13 with an
annual salary of $92,768 - $114,483 depending on qualifications and experience. The Advanced level also receives up to an additional $2,080/year for having your Professional Engineering license.
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$3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have any prior permanent full-time state service in the last five years and agree to remain in the position for one year. The $3,000 will be paid on the first paycheck.
WisDOT also offers excellent benefits. A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.
QualificationsA minimally qualified
Senior candidate will have the following:
- Upon hire, candidate must have graduated from an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) ABET accredited college or university with a 4-year bachelor's degree (or Master's or PH.D.) in engineering OR have graduated from an Engineer Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) accredited college AND hold an Engineer in Training (EIT) certification OR possess a PE license (registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin OR a valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state).
- At least 4 years of professional engineering experience in design, construction, or maintenance of transportation structures after receiving their degree from an ABET accredited University.
Additionally, a qualified
Advanced candidate will have the above experience as well as:
- A valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state.
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This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3.
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Deadline to ApplyThe first applicant review will be Friday, August 21, 2026. Afterwards, applicants will be reviewed bi-weekly until the position is filled.
