Civil Engineering Specialist - Design

State of Montana•Bozeman, MT

11d•Hybrid

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 [email protected] 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.
Combination of education and experience equivalent to 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
Entry Level – Civil Engineering Specialist Level 1: Prior work experience is not required for entry level.
Mid-Level – Civil Engineering Specialist Level 2: a minimum of 6 months to 2 years of engineering or directly related work experience. Proof of passage of the Fundamental Engineering Exam (FE).
Top Level – Civil Engineering Specialist Level 3: a minimum of 2 years to 4 years of engineering or directly related work experience. 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