Assistant Transportation Engineer - Construction (24-172)

Location: Presque Isle,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $54,412.80 - $76,315.20 per year (Salary Schedule) 

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Regional Program

Location: Presque Isle, ME 

Position Number:  02500-1275   

Opening Date: December 31, 2024

Closing Date: January 15, 2025

Job Description:  

As an Assistant Transportation Engineer in the field, you will be performing a variety of moderately complex engineering functions in support of construction and maintenance of transportation infrastructure, systems, facilities, and other aspects of transportation engineering.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as an inspector by inspecting, verifying, measuring, and documenting the work performed by private Contractors,
• Interpreting the plans and specifications that relate to the project,
• Construction materials sampling and testing

This position may also act as a Resident Inspector on selected projects and will be introduced to project management principles and advanced technical engineering duties. Other duties may involve assisting in the development of projects doing design, plan development, and quantity and cost estimating. The ability to work extended overnight assignments and/or travel statewide for extended stays is required. 

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field –OR- non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates must possess a Certification of Engineer-Intern as issued by the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications. 

*If you require a paper application or have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96-$13,172.88 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State. 
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 13.29% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). 

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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