The State of Minnesota is committed to delivering high-quality infrastructure services that meet the needs of its citizens.

As a Principal Engineer in the District Materials work area, you will play a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation of pavements and roadways across the state.

We are seeking an experienced and skilled engineer to oversee the materials function for the district, manage programmed projects, and administer the district pavement management system.

This is a challenging and rewarding opportunity for a seasoned professional with a passion for transportation engineering and leadership.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

• SUPERVISING THE MATERIALS FUNCTION FOR THE DISTRICT TO ENSURE SMOOTH, SAFE AND ECONOMICAL PAVEMENTS
• MANAGING PROGRAMMED PROJECTS INCLUDING SOILS AND PAVEMENT DESIGN
• ADMINISTERING THE DISTRICT PAVEMENT MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A PROFESSIONAL CIVIL ENGINEER LICENSE WITH THE MINNESOTA BOARD OF ARCHITECTURE, ENGINEERING, LAND SURVEYING, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE, GEOSCIENCE, AND INTERIOR DESIGN (AELSLAGID)
• THREE YEARS OF POST-REGISTRATION ENGINEERING EXPERIENCE AT THE ENGINEER SENIOR LEVEL (OR EQUIVALENT) THAT DEMONSTRATES ALL THE FOLLOWING: MATERIALS ENGINEERING, ROADWAY AND PAVEMENT DESIGN, PAVEMENT AND GRADING MATERIALS, PAVEMENT REHABILITATION STRATEGIES, LIFE CYCLE COST ANALYSIS, SOIL PROPERTIES AND CHARACTERISTICS ASSOCIATED WITH THEIR USE OF HIGHWAY ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION
• THE ABILITY TO READ AND INTERPRET CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
• TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE TO INTERPRET SOILS AND PAVEMENT PERFORMANCE DATA AND MAKE ORAL AND/OR WRITTEN RECOMMENDATIONS FOR GRADING, BASE AND SURFACING

You will also have the opportunity to:

• WORK ON A VARIETY OF TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING PROJECTS
• DEVELOP YOUR LEADERSHIP SKILLS THROUGH SUPERVISION AND MENTORSHIP
• PARTICIPATE IN CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The estimated salary range for this position is $85,232 - $129,810 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as retirement savings and paid time off.

If you are a motivated and talented engineer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.