Traffic Signal Specialist - Engineering Specialist Senior

Working Title : Traffic Signal Specialist

Job Class: Engineering Specialist Senior

Agency: Transportation

• Job ID: 97842

• Location: Roseville

• Telework Eligible : Yes

• Full/Part Time : Full-Time

• Regular/Temporary: Unlimited

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers

• Date Posted: 10/21/2026

• Closing Date: 11/03/2026

• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Transportation Dept / DOT-Metro-Central Off-MGEC

• Division/Unit: Operations/Traffic Engineering

• Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift

• Days of Work: Monday - Friday

• Travel Required : No

• Salary Range: $36.10 - $53.18 / hourly; $73,377 - $111,040 / annually

• Classified Status: Classified

• Bargaining Unit/Union: 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

• Last Incumbent: Jerry Kotzenmacher

• Supervisor Name: Sue Zarling

• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : 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.

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 has flexibility to work a hybrid telework 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 as business needs dictate.

This position exists to act in an advisory capacity and provide recommendations to the Assistant State Signal and Lighting Engineer and the State Signal and Lighting Engineer that impact statewide traffic control signal systems and other traffic electrical systems design, construction, and operation; to provide technical expertise in traffic signal design and operation and other traffic electrical systems to MnDOT District Traffic Offices, other MnDOT offices, contractors, consultants, and other governmental agencies.

The responsibilities include:

• Write, recommend, and develop MnDOT traffic electrical systems construction and design standards, policies, and procedures.

• Maintain, recommend, and write MnDOT’s approved products specifications.

• Research and analyze new products, materials, and construction methods for use on statewide traffic electrical systems.

• Lead and participate in signal and lighting training coordination and instruction.

• To act as Transportation Asset Management System (TAMS) inventory data expert.

• Represent the Central Office Traffic Engineering Signal and Lighting Unit in outside discussion and technical forums and in addressing research, new products, issues, and doing updates at the Traffic Engineering Organization (TEO) Signal and Lighting committees and other MnDOT offices and manufacturer and vendor meetings; and provide TAMS inventory data support.

Minimum Qualifications

NOTE: To facilitate proper crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.

Minimum Qualifications at the Engineering Specialist Senior:

Three years of experience at the Engineering Specialist level (or equivalent) that demonstrates:

• Working knowledge of contract documents, construction practices, procedures, and materials related to signal systems.

• Knowledge and application of the Minnesota Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MnMUTCD).

• Knowledge and application of Signal Design and Signal Operations.

• Knowledge of MnDOT design standards, plan content, and organization.

• Ability to research, evaluate, and draw conclusions on traffic electrical systems procedures and materials.

• Knowledge and application of general electrical and electronic principles.

• Knowledge and application of Windows based office software applications.

• Strong technical writing skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in preparing and delivering training material and leading training sessions.

• Knowledge of Open Roads Designer.

• Knowledge and application signal controllers.

• Knowledge and application with signal coordination and simulation using signal software.

• Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code.

• Knowledge of roadway construction practices.

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

• Education/License Verification

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.