ENGINEER INTER APPLICANT

$50,004 - $90,024/Yr

State of Louisiana - Lafayette, LA

Full-time - Intern

Lafayette, LA

Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support

About the position

The Engineer Intern Applicant position is an entry-level role within the Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) focused on applying engineering principles under close supervision. This position is designed for individuals who are in the process of obtaining their Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate and will involve practical experience in various engineering tasks related to bridge inspection and maintenance, project management, and design assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the daily operations of the District's Bridge Inspection Program and provide functional supervision over the Bridge Inspection and Maintenance and Bridge Electrician's gangs.
• Check bridge inspection reports for accuracy and recommend bridge repair methods to Engineer 6.
• Design retrofits for steel bridge members, temporary shoring, bridge deck repairs, and bridge pile repairs.
• Assist with the coordination of materials, equipment, labor, press releases, and traffic control plans for inspection and maintenance activities.
• Conduct final acceptance and inventory/initial inspection of new bridges.
• Compile and review relevant maintenance and inspection data to assess current bridge condition.
• Assist the Engineer 6 with the District Guardrail Repair contract management and oversee facility projects performed by contractors and District personnel.
• Compile information for requests made by public and private agencies regarding repair work, bridge and waterway closures, and inspections.
• Assist in the design of proposed bridge projects and review plans and specifications for upcoming bridge projects.

Requirements

• Eligibility for a Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Completion of college hours or degree from an accredited college or university.

Nice-to-haves

• Possession of a current Louisiana Engineer Intern Certificate.
• Experience in engineering-related tasks or internships.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage including health, dental, and vision.
• Paid parental leave up to six weeks.
• Paid holidays including New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, and others.
• Accrual of sick and annual leave.
• Participation in various retirement systems.