Transportation Engineer Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/iowa/jobs/newprint/5070680) Apply  Transportation Engineer Salary $72,238.40 - $111,238.40 Annually Location Ames - 50010 - Story County, IA Job Type Full-time Job Number 26-00603 Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Opening Date 09/05/2025 Closing Date 9/15/2025 11:59 PM Central LinkedIn Tag #LI-POST Point of Contact Ryan Miller, Ryan.Miller@Iowadot.us + Description + Benefits + Questions Job Description Are you looking to build your professional strengths as an engineer? Do you value an inclusive, collaborative, flexible, engaging work environment? As our newest Transportation Engineer, you’ll spend your day leading Design teams, finding innovative solutions that are vital to make Iowa highways safer while fulfilling the Mission -Making Lives Better Through Transportation. Location : Ames, IA – Transportation Development Division/Design Bureau Shift Requirements : Days, Monday through Friday As a Transportation Engineer (TE) , you will assist the Transportation Engineer Manager (TEM) with coordinating and leading a small design team within the Design section. You will be responsible for small to moderately complex highway projects. This position will foster growth and support the team through the five core values of the department: Safety First, People Matter, Customer Focused, Servant Leadership, and Integrity Without Exception Our most successful candidate will have a comprehensive understanding of highway design and processes necessary to develop highway construction plans for letting. These projects include, but are not limited to four lane expressways, two lane rural improvements, and typical urban projects. They will also work on portions of large and highly complex projects. Additional dutieswill include, but are not limited to: + Reviewing designs to ensure projects meet design criteria, specifications, and constructability. + Using advanced software applications and working in a 3D design environment + Representing the DOT and the Design Bureau at public meetings and project management team meetings + Serving on various design committees and having a role in updating Design Bureau policy and procedures + Training other staff members in CADD, proper design methodology, design processes and other areas as needed. Additional Requirements: + Possess and maintain a professional engineering license as defined by the Iowa Professional Licensing Bureau. The Iowa Department of Transportation is proud to be a partner with the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). Through this partnership, DOT engineers are granted membership at a largely discounted price, as well as discounts for conferences and continuing education through the ASCE. We are excited to offer this benefit and to have you join this partnership with us! If you're interested in learning more about this benefit, please visit https://www.asce.org/membership . What we offer YOU: - Competitive pay and benefits package including health, dental, flexible spending, and life insurance. - Insurance benefits start first of the month following 30 days of employment. 2025 health and dental insurance premiums can be found here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/4378/download?inline=) . - Opportunities for professional growth and development. - Paid time off effective immediately - biweekly vacation, separate sick leave, accruals rollover on a yearly basis, and 9 paid holidays per year. - Iowa Public Employee Retirement System (IPERS) Retirement Package with employer match - Optional 401A plan with employer contributions. - Employee Discount Programs from a variety of vendors (vision, cellular, fitness, recreation, season passes, travel, counseling, legal, financial). We encourage you to learn more about the State of Iowa Employee benefits and costs at the State of Iowa Employee Benefits Website (https://das.iowa.gov/human-resources/employee-and-retiree-benefits/employees) ! You have the freedom to flourish in Iowa – Apply today! The Iowa Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing any screening, interviewing, pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the selection process, please direct your request to the Affirmative Action & Equal Employment Opportunity (AA/EEO) Officer at: aa-eeo@iowadot.us Reasonable accommodation includes an interpreter, translator, written materials, modified equipment/devices, ADA access, etc. This does not include scheduling needs. Minimum Qualification Requirements Licensure as a professional engineer by the Iowa Engineering & Land Surveying Examining Board. 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Our leave policies, including paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave with unlimited accrual, ensure you have the flexibility you need for personal and family matters. Professional Development: Elevate your career with continuous learning opportunities. We support your growth through training programs, workshops, and tuition reimbursement. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): We care about your well-being beyond the workplace. Access confidential counseling, resources, and support through our Employee Assistance Program. Diversity and Inclusion: Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces all backgrounds and perspectives. We believe diversity is a strength that drives innovation. Join Us - Elevate Your Career: Ready to elevate your career with the State of Iowa?Click here (https://iowa.attract.neogov.com/recruitment/p/benefits) to explore more about our unparalleled benefits and discover what makes us unique. 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If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa. + Yes - I understand and agree. + No 02 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq? + No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq + Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq 03 Are you licensed as a professional engineer? (Note - Must have, or prior to appointment, must obtain an active Iowa professional engineering license through the Iowa Professional Licensing Bureau – Engineering and Land Surveying Examination Board) + Yes + No 04 Do you have a current Professional Engineer license in another state? + Yes + No 05 Do you have a current State of Iowa Professional Engineer license? + Yes + No 06 Do you have the potential to obtain a State of Iowa Professional Engineer license upon appointment? + Yes + No Required Question Employer State of Iowa Agency 645 Iowa Department of Transportation Address 800 Lincoln Way Ames, Iowa, 50010 Website https://iowadot.gov/careers/ Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email