ADA Design Engineer

The Minnesota Department of Transportation employs people of all backgrounds and skill levels to connect members of our communities through a safe, equitable, and sustainable transportation system.

We offer many employment opportunities in a wide variety of career fields that support our work. We are committed to giving our employees the tools and resources needed to grow and advance their careers. To help our workforce thrive, we offer our employees excellent training opportunities and recognize the benefits of cultivating a diverse workforce and an inclusive workplace culture that builds on the perspectives and strengths of all employees.

You will be surrounded by a diverse community of colleagues, driven by their work and motivated by the greater good. You will understand the impact of the work you do and see the benefits you provide to Minnesotans and all people using our transportation system such as state highways, railways, and airports.

We hope you will join us to find your purpose in state service!

• Job : 92489
• Location
  :
  St. Paul
• Full/Part Time
  :
  Full-Time
• Regular/Temporary
  :
  Unlimited
• Who May Apply
  :
  Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted
  : 03/03/2026
• Closing Date
  : 03/23/2026
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit
  :
  Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC
• Division/Unit
  :
  Operations Division / Operations Division Admin
• Work Shift/Work Hours
  :
  Day Shift
• Days of Work
  :
  Monday - Friday
• Travel Required
  :
  Yes, periodic travel with overnight stays
• Salary Range: $41.43 - $63.10 / hourly; $86,505 - $131,752 / annually
• Classified Status
  :
  Classified

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.

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 Central Office in St. Paul, Minnesota and may have the flexibility to telework, work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office.

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. The incumbent will be required to work periodically in the field with overnight travel during the construction season and occasionally attend in-person meetings and events as needed.

The purpose of this position is to ensure all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) activities associated with the delivery of MnDOT’s Trunk Highway Program are performed in accordance with Public Right of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG) and MnDOT Standards. This position exists to help implement MnDOT’s ADA Transition Plan throughout the Department in both design and construction capacities.

Licensure as a professional Civil Engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). (If obtaining licensure through Comity, a temporary permit from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment).

AND

Three (3) years of post-registration engineering experience at the Engineer Senior level (or equivalent) that demonstrates all the following:

• Experience implementing Public Rights-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines and standards.
• Experience in the design of accessible pedestrian facilities including curb ramps, sidewalks, and accessible pedestrian signals.
• Experience with road design standards, construction specifications and detail plan requirements, content, and organization.
• Experience with roadway design principles, engineering, and construction practices.
• Valid Class D Driver’s License.

• Experience with the technical areas that are impacted by…