Engineering Technician 1-4

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

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About The Position

The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) is seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled Engineering Technician for specialized laboratory and field research involving asphalt materials, pavement performance, and transportation technologies. The role supports research objectives through engineering tests, data analysis, testing-procedure development, and technical assistance to engineers and research personnel. This position is part of a career progression group and may be filled at the Engineering Technician 1, 2, 3, or 4 level, depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications; duties and responsibility vary by level. The listed duties reflect full-performance responsibilities at the Engineering Technician 4 level.

The position may be filled by probational appointment, promotion, or detail to special duty under applicable State Civil Service rules. It offers an additional $2.00 per hour in premium pay for hours actually worked, subject to applicable policies and rules. Additional compensation may be considered for extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials, subject to approval and applicable limitations. No Civil Service test score is required to be considered. Applicants must provide relevant education and experience in the application; resumes are not accepted in place of completed application sections.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, or six months of experience in sub-professional engineering, heavy mobile equipment operation, or mobile equipment maintenance.
• Relevant, detailed education and experience must be included in the application; resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections.
• No Civil Service test score is required for consideration.

Responsibilities

• Conduct specialized laboratory and field research involving asphalt materials, pavement performance, and transportation infrastructure.
• Develop and execute research work plans, testing procedures, and formal studies addressing engineering problems and transportation materials.
• Operate laboratory and field testing equipment, including Superpave binder and mixture testing systems, repeated load creep testing equipment, asphalt pavement analyzers, and rut wheel tracking devices.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret technical data; evaluate material performance, troubleshoot testing issues, and identify solutions.
• Develop, evaluate, and improve testing methods and procedures, including methods for assessing asphalt performance under high temperatures, humidity, and chemical exposure.
• Prepare technical analyses, organize research findings, and present data for engineering reports and evaluations in collaboration with engineers, researchers, and other technical professionals.
• Provide technical guidance, oversight, and training to lower-level engineering technicians, research associates, and student workers; coordinate research assignments and work schedules.
• Support laboratory quality assurance and accreditation requirements, including participation in AASHTO cooperative testing programs.
• Assist with developing testing equipment and procedures, maintaining laboratory records and vehicle logs, and coordinating orders and receipt of laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Complete required training through DOTD’s Structures Training Program.
• Perform additional duties as assigned, including emergency and disaster support activities.

Benefits

• Additional $2.00 per hour in premium pay for hours actually worked, subject to applicable DOTD policies and State Civil Service rules.
• Additional compensation may be considered for extraordinary job-related qualifications or credentials, subject to approval and applicable pay limitations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED