Salary: $33.40 - $59.52 Hourly
Location : Portage, MI
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 5901-26-SWR-46-TE9-12-Bridge-A
Department: Transportation
Opening Date: 10/20/2026
Closing Date: 11/15/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit: SCIENTIFIC AND ENGINEERING (SEIU)
Job DescriptionThis position is part of the Region Bridge Unit and works with other Transportation Engineers and Transportation Maintenance Workers (TMWs) to conduct field inspections of in-service (routine safety inspections) bridges and culverts, detailed inspections in conjunction with Bridge Unit Engineers/Management, prepare inspection reports, participate in bridge scoping, Call for Projects (CFP), and work with the region design unit. This position is required to respond to emergencies.
This position is required to operate a motor vehicle or vehicle/trailer combination (e.g., aerial lift truck and ¾-ton pickup with boat trailer) with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) between 10,001 and 26,000 pounds to perform bridge safety inspection duties.
This position requires possession of a valid driver's license to perform bridge safety inspections and other field reviews.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the entry (9) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (12) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.
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Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.
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Required Education and Experience EducationPossession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering.
We may consider applicants that will be obtaining a bachelor's degree by December 31, 2026.
ExperienceTransportation Engineer 9
No specific type or amount is required.
Transportation Engineer 10
One year of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 9.
Transportation Engineer P11
Two years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer 10.
Transportation Engineer 12
Three years of professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer, including one year equivalent to a Transportation Engineer P11.
Alternate Education and Experience Transportation Engineer 9 - 12Possession of a registered professional engineer license as required by the State of Michigan may be substituted for 6 months of experience at the Transportation Engineer 9-12 levels. This substitution may only be used once for any employee for qualification of appointment or early reclassification.
Additional Requirements and InformationTo be considered for this position you must:
- Transportation Engineer 9-P11
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Possess a valid Medical Examiners Certificate for Commercial Driver Medical Certification.
- If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application (reference the ). Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the
- Transportation Engineer 12
- Possess a valid driver's license.
- Possess a valid Medical Examiners Certificate for Commercial Driver Medical Certification.
- Possess status as a Qualified Team Leader (QTL). QTL status includes:
- Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course.
- Successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last 5 years.
- Successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last 2 years.
- If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application (reference the ). Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S. educational equivalents. Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the or the
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The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact MDOT-OHR@michigan.gov.
AccommodationsIf you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or selection processes, please contact the for the agency that posted this position vacancy.
More details on benefits for our new hires are below:
Rewarding Work: State of Michigan jobs allow you to serve Michiganders in many different ways depending on your interests and skills. Help preserve and protect our environment and the public health; enforce state laws and regulations; advocate for children, families, and victims of discrimination; support our state's military and veterans; rebuild our state's infrastructure; or support other state agencies through our fiscal, IT, and HR systems.
Insurance Benefits: The State of Michigan offers health, mental health, dental, and vision insurance to eligible career employees, their spouses, and their children. The state also covers a life-insurance benefit of two times employees' annual salary (up to $200,000). The state also offers long-term-disability insurance that can provide continuing benefits if an injury or illness prevents employees from working. More information is available at www.mi.gov/employeebenefits.
Retirement Programs: The State of Michigan offers 401(k) and 457 plans for new hires to save for retirement. The state will automatically contribute an amount equal to 4% of your pay to a 401(k) account. The state will also match up to 5% of your pay if you contribute to your 401(k) account. Your contributions vest immediately, and the state's contributions fully vest after just 4 years. More information is available at http://www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
Vacation and Sick Leave: Eligible full-time employees receive between
15 and 35 personal days and
13 sick days per year that may be rolled over to the following year if not used. Eligible employees also receive an additional day each year for community service or school functions.
Paid Parental Leave: Eligible employees can take
12 weeks of paid leave immediately after a birth or adoption to allow needed time together at home with a new child.
Paid Holidays: Eligible employees receive 13 or 14 paid holidays each year including New Year's Eve and Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, the Fourth of July, Labor Day, Election Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, Thanksgiving Friday, Christmas Eve and Day.
Bonus Programs: Eligible employees with five years of service also receive annual longevity bonuses that grow as seniority increases. Some positions also may qualify for recruitment, retention, and performance bonuses or other special pay premiums.
Military Pay Differential: Employees in the guard or reserves may also qualify for supplemental pay benefits if miliary pay during qualifying duty is less than normal state pay. Prior military service may also allow seniority credits to accelerate eligibility for longevity bonuses and additional personal leave accrual.
Tax-Advantaged Programs: In addition to 401(k) and 457 retirement accounts, the state also offers flexible spending account (FSA), health savings account (HSA), and qualified transportation fringe benefit (QTFB) programs that can help you save money by reducing your taxable income.
Student Loan Forgiveness: Working for the State of Michigan may allow you to participate in programs that forgive the balance of qualifying student loans. Please view Student Loan Information to help determine if you could qualify is available from the U.S. Department of Education.
Tuition Reduction: Some colleges and universities offer savings to eligible employees and family members to further their education while working for the State of Michigan.
Professional Development: To help develop your career, programs are available to apply for reimbursement of up to $2,000 a year for education and training for college course credits and non-degree programs.
Alternative and Remote Work Schedules: Depending on the nature of their duties, many state jobs offer flexible work schedules and remote or hybrid telecommuting options that can help obtain the work-life balance that you seek.
Great Lakes and Great Times: Michigan boasts four Great Lakes, 11,000 inland lakes, 36,000 miles of rivers and streams, 20 million acres of forests, 100 state and national parks and recreation areas, 1,300 miles of bike trails, 6,500 miles of snowmobile trails, the second-most ski areas in the nation, 650 public golf courses, 600 campgrounds, and an international dark-sky park-just for starters. Our cities offer concerts and cultural events, storied sports teams, education hubs, vibrant downtowns, one-of-a-kind craft beverages, and renowned restaurants for every appetite. From urban centers to beach towns to the great outdoors, the opportunities are endless. With your state salary and benefits and Michigan's affordable cost of living, you can explore all that Michigan has to offer.
Updated: 2/28/24
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Your eligibility for this position is based solely upon the information provided in your application, resume, transcripts, cover letter, and other attachments. Provide accurate dates of employment and extensive detail of your job duties in your application.Responses to the questions below must match what is on your application and are used for screening purposes.Have you read and understand the process for submission and use of your application materials?
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TRAENG - Do you possess a bachelor of science degree in engineering? If so, please attach a copy of your official college transcripts.
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If you do not possess a bachelor's degree or higher in engineering, will you be obtaining by December 31, 2026? If yes, please attach a copy of your current official transcripts.
- Yes
- No
- I already possess a bachelors degree or higher in engineering
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TRAENG - Please select your level of experience.
- None to one year of post-degree professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer?
- At least one year of post-degree professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer?
- At least two years of post-degree professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer?
- At least three years of post-degree professional engineering experience involved in transportation systems and programs equivalent to a Transportation Engineer?
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Do you possess status as a Qualified Team Leader (QTL)? QTL status includes: Successful completion of NHI-130055 Safety Inspection of In-Service Bridges course, successful completion of 18 hours of approved bridge inspection recurrent training over the last 5 years and successful completion of the Field Proficiency Exam in the last 2 years.
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If you indicated you do not currently possess status as a QTL, are you willing and able to work toward becoming a QTL?
- Yes
- No
- I already possess QTL status.
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Do you possess a valid driver's license?
