Electrical Systems Specialist - Engineering Specialist

Working Title** : Electrical Systems Specialist

**Job Class: Engineering Specialist**

**Agency: Transportation**

+ **Job ID:** 88155

+ **Location:** Roseville

+ **Telework Eligible** : Yes

+ **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

+ **Regular/Temporary:** Unlimited

+ **Who May Apply:** Open to all qualified job seekers

+ **Date Posted:** 08/12/2025

+ **Closing Date:** 08/28/2025

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

+ **Division/Unit:** Operations/Traffic Infrastructure Mgmt.

+ **Work Shift/Work Hours:** Day Shift

+ **Days of Work:** Monday - Friday

+ **Travel Required** : No

+ **Salary Range:** $31.11 - $45.98 / hourly; $64,958 - $96,006 / annually

+ **Classified Status:** Classified

+ **Bargaining Union/Unit:** 212 - MN Govt Engineers Council/Engineers

+ **Last Incumbent:** N/A

+ **Supervisor Name:** John Fahrendorf

+ **FLSA Status:** Non-Exempt

+ 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.

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 in Roseville and may 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.

This position exists to act in an advisory capacity and provides recommendations to the Assistant and State Signal and Lighting Engineers that impact statewide traffic electrical systems design, construction, and operations; to oversee, maintain, recommend, and write standards, policies, procedures, and specifications related to traffic control signals, roadway lighting, and other electrical traffic systems.

The responsibilities include:

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

+ Write, review, and maintain signal and lighting, contract documents and specifications.

+ Provide technical expertise in traffic electrical systems to MnDOT District Traffic Offices, other MnDOT offices, contractors, consultants, and other governmental agencies.

+ Assist in the MnDOT Signal and Lighting Certification and Recertification training .

+ Represent the Central Office Traffic Engineering Signal and Lighting Unit in outside discussions and technical forums and in addressing 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.

**Minimum Qualifications**

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

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

+ Knowledge of traffic signal and roadway lighting and operations.

+ Knowledge and application of the National Electrical Code and general electrical and electronic principles.

+ Strong technical writing skills.

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Ability to prepare and deliver training material.

+ Knowledge of Open Roads Designer.

+ Knowledge of roadway construction practices.

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

+ Class A Journey Electrician License issued by the Minnesota Board of Electricity.

**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 ... or email ... . Please indicate what assistance is needed.