At Missouri Department of Transportation, engineers aren't limited to just one job. Visit our website at modot.mo.gov for more information about different engineering positions.
MoDOT provides challenges in the areas of bridge, design, construction, materials, traffic, planning, maintenance, and research. You choose the career path that works for you, working in one field or getting experience in several. Career opportunities are available no matter which route you choose.
Positions are available in our Jefferson City headquarters and in district offices across the state. District office locations include Springfield, Kansas City, Sikeston, Hannibal, St. Joseph, and St. Louis.
Missouri has the seventh largest transportation system in the country and MoDOT projects are varied. Entry-level engineering positions require a bachelor’s degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum. Advancement to management positions requires registration as a professional engineer.
A day in the life: Engineers Work for MoDOT
Engineering openings are CAREER-LADDER positions which offers the opportunity for career advancement without having to participate in the competitive selection interview process. Based on your work experience, skills, and education, you will be hired at either the entry, intermediate, or senior level of this job title. As you continue to learn, acquire new skills, and gain experience, you can be promoted to a higher-level position.
What You’ll Need For Success
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
Special Working Conditions And Job Characteristics
- Job requires occasional, statewide, overnight travel.
Why You’ll Love MoDOT
- You’ll play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States.
- You’ll receive training opportunities and a chance to further your career.
- You’ll be able to take advantage of many benefits for you and your family while providing service to others in a culturally diverse workplace.
More Reasons To Love This Position
MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our CAREERS page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found HERE .
We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
At MoDOT, we value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT’s future and yours. If you’re looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work and a family-friendly environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team.
Are you interested?
MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values. CLICK HERE to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome you to apply.
For questions about this position or the status of your application, please e-mail: cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov .
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 
