Telework Eligible: Yes Job ID: 97791

Location:
St. Paul Telework Eligible: Yes Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary: Unlimited Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers Date Posted: 10/22/2026 Closing Date: 11/12/2026 Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC Division/Unit: SUSTAIN PLAN & PR MGMT DIV / SPH Integration Unit Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Days of Work: Monday
- Friday Travel Required: No Salary Range: $42.16
- $64.20 / hourly; $88,030
- $134,049 / annually Classified Status: Classified Bargaining Unit/Union: 212
- MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers Last Incumbent: Sara Johnson Supervisor Name: Nissa Tupper FLSA Status: Exempt
- Professional Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes Working Title: Sustainability and Public Health Engineer

Job Class: Engineer Principal Agency: Transportation Department 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 is located at Central Office in St. Paul and may have the flexibility to 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 Sustainability and Public Health Engineer leads engineering activities for the Office of Sustainability and Public Health (OSPH)



by integrating sustainability and public health into MnDOT’s project development process. The position works with agency staff and technical experts to identify needs, conduct assessments and research, develop guidance and training, and support the implementation of state and federal requirements. It also leads the development of policies, standards, and engineering guidance in emerging areas that advance climate action, healthy and equitable communities, and resilient transportation systems in Minnesota.

Key Responsibilities
Include

Leading collaborative processes to incorporate sustainability and public health into MnDOT engineering standards, manuals, regulations, and technical guidance; Facilitating decision-making with technical partners to identify needs, set targets, document approaches, deliver training, and evaluate progress; Developing and reviewing engineering plans, proposals, design plates, and related tools to reflect current climate science, agency goals, statutes, and applicable engineering standards; Monitoring and interpreting sustainability and public health trends to identify engineering process improvements and inform agency decisions. 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. Minimum Qualifications





Licensure as a professional engineer with the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Land Surveying, Landscape Architecture, Geoscience, and Interior Design (AELSLAGID). If obtaining licensure through comity (reciprocity), a practice pending letter from AELSLAGID must be provided to MnDOT HR prior to starting employment. AND Experience creating or reviewing transportation plans or project designs for sustainable transportation improvements. Experience leading the drafting or revising of transportation policies, procedures, or standards related to sustainable transportation. Preferred Qualifications

Experience in these emerging engineering areas: electric vehicle charging station siting, carbon reduction, or climate resilience. Experience guiding multidisciplinary teams through complex decision-making processes, pilot projects, or evaluation of emerging engineering areas. Experience with MnDOT or similar transportation agency project development processes to incorporate cutting-edge practices. Experience in preparing technical documents and reports. Experience interpreting and applying environmental requirements, federal regulations, and design criteria and standards to projects. Additional Requirements

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components: SEMA4 Records Check, Criminal History Check, Employment Reference Check, Driver’s License Check, and/or Education/License Verification. Contact

If you have questions about this position, contact Charity Morrow at [email protected] Working to

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