Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team; MAIT Engineer

Job Posting

Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT) Engineer
Department of Transportation

JC-503787
Senior Transportation Engineer, Caltrans

Salary: $11,437.00 – $14,315.00 per month. New to State candidates will be hired at the minimum salary of the classification or minimum of alternate range when applicable.

Final Filing Date: 1/26/2026

Application Methods:
Electronic (using your Cal Career Account) or Mail Drop‑off

Under the general direction of the Supervising Transportation Engineer, the Senior Transportation Engineer provides expertise in highway engineering and traffic operations as a member of the California Highway Patrol's Multidisciplinary Accident Investigation Team (MAIT). The role involves investigating severe traffic collisions and/or incidents where involved parties may have suffered fatal or serious injuries. The incumbent must be available 24/7.

• Collaborate with the CHP team on investigations.
• Prepare and present investigative reports.
• Coordinate with attorneys and participate in depositions.
• Provide court testimony as required.
• Operate a motor vehicle independently.

For detailed duties, refer to the duty statement.

Position located at 100 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012.

The incumbent will be assigned a state vehicle equipped with GPS, used for official state business only. Work will take place at the CHP MAIT team's location and crash sites; travel within or outside district boundaries may be required, including overnight travel.

Field work conditions may involve extreme temperatures (up to 125°F heat, down to 10°F cold), strong winds, rain, sleet, and snow.

Appropriate field clothing:

• Closed‑toe shoes/work boots.
• Long or short‑sleeve shirt as required.
• Long pants (no shorts or cutoffs).
• Safety gear (hard hat, vest/jacket, glasses, etc.) when required by department and CHP.

The position may be eligible for telework; the amount is at the Department's discretion.

See Class Specification for full details.

Key requirements:

• SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, CALTRANS classification.
• Valid certificate of registration as a Civil Engineer issued by California Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Valid California driver’s license.
• Completion of California Highway Patrol Traffic Crash Reconstruction Certification Program and any other necessary programs.

The Statement of Qualifications (SOQ) is required. Failure to submit a SOQ will disqualify candidates. The SOQ must be typed, single‑spaced, 12‑point Arial, 1 page and answer the following:

• Describe your work experience, training, assignments, and projects related to Caltrans manuals (Highway Design Manual, MUTCD, Traffic Safety Systems Guidance, etc.).
• Describe knowledge or skills around crash reconstruction or investigations gained through training or experience.
• Demonstrate communication skills, both oral and written, including technical reports, memoranda, and meetings with stakeholders.
• Explain why you are the best candidate for this job.

Resumes do not replace the SOQ. Applicants must also submit official or unofficial transcripts and any required certification documents.

Completed applications and all required documents must be received or postmarked by the Final Filing Date. Applications may be submitted electronically through Cal Career or in hard copy to the addresses listed below.

Address for Mailing Application Packages:
Department of Transportation, California Department of Transportation, Attn:
Caltrans DHR Contact – JC‑503787, 1750

E. 4th Street, 1st Floor, Santa Ana, CA 92705

Address for Drop‑Off Application Packages:
Department of Transportation, Caltrans District 7 Los Angeles, Caltrans DHR Contact – JC‑503787 – MS 50 (DHR), 100 S. Main Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012 (closed on weekends and state holidays, 08:00 AM–05:00 PM)

Required Application Package Documents:

• State Examination/Employment Application STD Form 678 (electronic or hard copy).
• Statement of Qualifications (SOQ).
• Official or unofficial transcripts, certificates, and any other documents verifying Minimum Qualifications.
• Resume is optional.

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