Design Liaison Engineer

State of Missouri
Jefferson City, Missouri United States  View Map
Posted: Jan 13, 2026
  • Salary: $98,896.08 per Year USD
  • Salary Top:98896
  • Full Time
  • Engineering
  • Job Description

    Job Location: Central Office, 105 West Capitol Avenue, Jefferson City, MO

    *Consideration may be given to work at an available MoDOT facility across the state to the successful candidate.

    Why you’ll love this position: The design liaison engineer ensures that interaction and coordination among the districts and Central Office conforms to appropriate policies, procedures, and standards in preparing solutions for project development issues.

    In this position, you will have the opportunity to oversee the project delivery of a $1.5 billion construction program. You will be in the room where major project decisions happen and have an influence on the future of Missouri’s transportation system. Responsibilities are performed under general supervision.

    Note for internal applicants: Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.

    • Oversees project management to ensure that projects are developed that satisfy the identified purpose and need for public commitment of project costs and schedule.
    • Conducts and/or manages special projects, studies, and assignments for Central Office administrative staff.
    • Oversees the statewide program delivery training while ensuring conformity to current design standards, department policy, state and federal regulations, and engineering best practices.
    • Provides technical support and recommendations as an expert resource to district and administrative staff and/or the Commission on project development issues.
    • Assists in the development, interpretation, implementation, and dissemination of department policies and procedures.


    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum
    • Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the State of Missouri.
    • Over nine years of experience in highway or transportation engineering.


    Special Working Conditions:

    • Job requires occasional, statewide or out-of-state, overnight travel.


    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 .

    At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. 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.

    cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • State of Missouri
    • State of Missouri

    Build the Missouri of tomorrow.

    Ensure a strong foundation today.

    Join a group of innovative team members focused on driving the State of Missouri forward. As public servants, our team members have the opportunity to produce work that is both lasting and important. This work serves to protect families, communities, and our natural resources.

    No matter where you are in your career, whether entry level or senior level, a career with the State of Missouri will challenge you to grow both personally and professionally. Though one employer, there is no shortage of exciting opportunities as there are many career paths you may take within the State. If you are searching for a job that transforms lives, including your own, a career with the State of Missouri is the perfect fit!

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