Seasonal Geotechnical Engineering Technician

Date Posted: Dec 3, 2025

Requisition ID: 469066

Location:

Indianapolis, IN, US, 46219

Work for Indiana

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Transportation:

The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) provides a dynamic workplace that serves Indiana citizens, improves our state’s quality of life, and enhances its economic opportunity. INDOT has a number of innovative programs and projects, including Public-Private Partnerships, Green Initiatives, and cutting-edge uses of materials and assets. As part of the State of Indiana, INDOT offers a competitive total compensation package, as well as outstanding work/life balance. Whether you are an established professional in the transportation field or just starting your career, INDOT has exciting and challenging opportunities for you.

Role Overview:

Serves as an Engineering Technician for INDOT Office and Field support for the MSE Wall retrofit Contract. Incumbent will perform the following tasks to assist with the IDIQ style Innovative Contract :
-Document (plans, shop drawings, geotechnical reports) search for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract request for information.
-Quantity checks for Contractor's proposals (work items), pay rates and estimates for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract. -Field check, taking photos and verification of planned work including visual quality inspection for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract.
-Incidental office work such as scanning, printing, making photocopies, cleaning equipment, organizing etc.
-The employee is needed to assist with essential tasks to support proper vetting and execution of the current Design-Build MSE Wall Retrofit Contract. In addition to this contract, this position will provide MSE wall asset management support, MSE wall review at different stages of construction, etc.

Location:

This position is located in INDOT’s Central Office, Geotechnical Engineering Department.

Pay Rate:

This position traditionally starts at an hourly rate of $16.24 but may be commensurate with education and work experience.

A Day in the Life:

The essential elements of the job duties:

Document (plans, shop drawings, geotechnical reports) search for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract request for information.
Quantity checks for Contractor’s proposals (work items), pay rates and estimates for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract.
Field check, taking photos and verification of planned work including visual quality inspection for the MSE Wall Retrofit Contract.
Incidental office work such as scanning, printing, making photocopies, cleaning equipment, organizing etc.
The employee is needed to assist with essential tasks to support proper vetting and execution of the current Design-Build MSE Wall Retrofit Contract. In addition to this contract, this position will provide MSE wall asset management support, MSE wall review at different stages of construction, etc.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

What You'll Need for Success:

You must have the following requirements to be considered for employment:

The Candidate must have a minimum of an associate degree in engineering (or 2 years of engineering coursework)

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

This seasonal position does not offer benefits and is limited to 180 working days in an eleven (11) month continuous period.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.