Highway Engineering Assistant
State of Indiana · West Lafayette, IN, US, 47906 · Indiana
- Role
- Software engineer
- Posted
- Sep 5, 2026
- Closes
- Not listed
- Salary
- $53,222.00
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Summary
The Highway Engineering Assistant works as part of a two-person team in INDOT's Research Development Division, performing visual and physical inspections of bridges and large culverts. The role involves operating specialized inspection equipment, maintaining inspection databases, preparing reports, and assisting with bridge repairs and snow plowing as needed.
Key qualifications
- Valid Class A or Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or ability to obtain within 90 days
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical activities including walking on steep and slippery slopes
- Knowledge of highway statutory, departmental, and administrative laws, rules, and regulations
- Ability to operate specialty traffic equipment such as bucket trucks and paint equipment
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Word, Outlook, Excel, Access) and ability to read bridge plans
- Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively orally and in writing
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