State of South Dakota · 2 days ago
Engineer I - II (Region Design Engineer)
Aberdeen, SD
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$32.06/hr - $38.99/hr
0+ years expThe State of South Dakota is seeking a Region Design Engineer to join the Department of Transportation. The role involves designing layout and assembly of highway construction and maintenance plans, conducting field inspections, and providing technical assistance to construction staff.
Government
No H1B
Responsibilities
Design layout and assembly of highway construction and maintenance plans
Analyzing project scope and preparing design based on standards
Conduct field inspections
Perform design reviews of peers’ project work and provide recommendations for corrective actions
Provide technical assistance to provide support to construction staff and assist with contractor questions
Work independently on several concurrent projects and participate in the entire design process
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental personnel, management, contractors, consultants, and the general public
Exercise sound judgment when making decisions and takes prompt, decisive action
Listen attentively to others and effectively communicate information both verbally and in writing
Work cooperatively with others and promote a friendly work climate in order to achieve shared goals
Qualification
Required
Currently have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering OR graduate in the Spring of 2026 with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering for entry-level position
Only applicants with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related will be considered
Engineer (E-1): a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field with a desire to learn and design
Engineer (E-2): a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field plus 1-3 years of progressive education, training, and experience equivalent to a Level 2 in the Engineering Career Family
Experience in highway construction or design with knowledge of roadway surface, pipe culvert, construction materials, and guardrail is helpful
A valid driver's license
To be considered, please attach your resume
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08
If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application
All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9
The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire
Preferred
highway design methods, processes, and sequences (preferred, but not required)
standard terminology, techniques, and practices of drafting and graphical designs
engineering and scientific principles, practices, and methods as applicable to highway design
Benefits
Health insurance (zero-cost premium plan, low and high deductible plans, and single and family plans)
Well-being program
Employee assistance program
Dental, Vision and Health Savings Account
Free basic life insurance policy
Membership in the South Dakota Retirement System with partial state match
Paid leave (15 vacation days per year)
Sick leave (14 days per year)
Paid family leave (12 weeks for birth and adoption of child, equivalent to 40 hours per week)
Military leave (15 days per year)
11 paid holidays
Longevity pay
Semimonthly pay periods
Eligibility for meal per diems
Paid overtime (if applicable)
Company
State of South Dakota
Governor Larry Rhoden’s goal is to create a culture in state government centered around servant leadership, civility, openness, and responsiveness.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Pat Snow
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