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Posted: February 20, 2026 (1 day ago)

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Engineer Manager Licensed 14 (Construction Engineer) - Detroit TSC

State of Michigan

Transportation

Fresh

Location

Michigan, 48909

Salary

$47.12 - $68.17

per hour

Closes

Open until filled

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team of engineers in managing construction projects for Michigan's transportation system, ensuring smooth operations across different regions and meeting tight deadlines.

It also focuses on developing staff skills and handling complex issues in the field.

A good fit would be an experienced licensed engineer who enjoys managing people and solving real-world infrastructure challenges.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in engineering
  • Valid driver's license
  • Registered professional engineering license in Michigan
  • Five years of professional engineering experience
  • Three years equivalent to Engineer P11 level
  • Two years equivalent to Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12
  • Ability to perform field reviews and respond to emergencies

Full Job Description

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This position serves as a first-line professional manager of professional positions in a complex work area. This position coordinates and administers Transportation Service Center (TSC) business processes for Construction operations while maintaining alignment with other TSCs, Regions, and Lansing. This position is charged with meeting deadlines and resolving complex issues to ensure the successful implementation and continuing operations of Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) services and products. This position is also responsible for ensuring the technical and personal development of employees.

This position requires possession of a valid driver’s license to perform field reviews and respond to emergencies.

The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate through the maximum rate of the Engineer Manager Licensed 14 position.

For additional information, please see the links below:



Based on operational needs and within established limits, remote work and alternate work schedule requests for this position may be considered.

For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.

The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.

Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.

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Requirements

Education
Possession of a bachelor of science degree in engineering

Experience
Five years of professional experience equivalent to an Engineer, including three years equivalent to an Engineer P11; two years equivalent to an Engineer 12, Engineer Manager 12, or Engineer Manager-Licensed 12; or, one year equivalent to an Engineer Manager 13, Engineer Manager-Licensed 13, Engineering Specialist 13, or Engineering Specialist-Licensed 13.

Additional Information

To be considered for this position you must:

  • Possess a valid driver's license.
  • Possess a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.

If applicable, attach a copy of your official college transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation with your application.

Click here for the State of Michigan (SOM) definition of an Official College Transcript. Applicants who possess foreign degrees must have their academic credentials evaluated or converted into U.S.

educational equivalents.

Civil Service accepts evaluations from organizations listed on the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

Possession of a registered professional engineering license as required by the State of Michigan.

View job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/E/EngineerManagerLicensed.pdf

MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.

All newly hired state employees are required to submit and pass a pre-employment drug test and physical (if applicable) prior to their actual appointment.

Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.

Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.

The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.

The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.

If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.


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Posted on NEOGOV: 2/20/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/21/2026

Source: NEOGOV | ID: neogov-michigan-5244593