Signal Construction Specialist - Engineering Specialist

• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Last Incumbent:
  Bruce Camitsch
• Education/License Verification
• Driver’s License Verification

Working Title:
Signal Construction Specialist

Job Class:
Engineering Specialist

Agency:
Transportation Dept

• Job
• Location:
  
  Roseville
• Telework Eligible:
  Yes
• Full/Part Time:
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary:
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply:
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 02/27/2026
• Closing Date: 03/12/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit:
  Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC
• Division/Unit:
  Metro / Signal Operations
• Work Shift/
  
  Work Hours:
  
  Not Applicable Shift
• Days of Work:
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required:
  
  No
• Salary Range: $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,957 - $96,006 / annually
• Classified Status:
  Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers
• Last Incumbent:
  Bruce Camitsch
• Supervisor Name:
  Curtis Krohn
• FLSA Status:
  Nonexempt
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities:
  Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well‑being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

This position was previously posted and is being reposted for additional applications.

Signal Operations is responsible for the operation and timing of the traffic signals on the Highway System within the Twin Cities Metro area. This position is responsible for providing technical assistance and quality assurance inspections prior to and during construction of traffic signals and ITS systems within the Metro District. It is also responsible for the coordination of signal turn‑ons by utilizing available resources from the Signal Operations Unit and the Contractor verifying that all aspects of the signal have been tested before the turn‑on.

The position also represents the Metro Signal Operation Unit at designated recertification training providing expertise of field inspection for contractors and internal employees.

The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

This position is located at district headquarters in Roseville and has the flexibility to work in the office or a hybrid schedule that includes in office and teleworking time. If working a hybrid schedule, the incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

To qualify, Engineering Specialist applicants must meet all the following:

• Three (3) years of experience at the Transportation Specialist level (or equivalent) that demonstrates all the following:
  • Knowledge and application of traffic engineering principles and standards.
  • Knowledge and application of MnDOT Construction Plan content and organization.
  • Knowledge and application of Project Management applications, evaluation, and problem‑solving techniques in construction.
  • Valid Class D Driver's license.

• MnDOT Signal and Lighting Certification.
• Knowledge of MnDOT Standard Specifications for Signal construction.

It is our policy that the successful candidate pass a background check prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components:

• SEMA4 Records Check/employment verification
• Criminal History Check
• Employment Reference Check
• Education/License Verification
• Driver’s License Verification

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