Senior Technician - Bridge Design (25-60)

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Maine Department of Transportation  

Salary: $56,264.00 - $78,998.40 per year (Salary Schedule) 

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Bridge Program

Location: Augusta, ME 

Position Number:  02500-1386

-Agency Only-     

Opening Date: February 20, 2025

Closing Date: March 6, 2025

Job Description:  

This is an advanced technical position developing complex projects in the Bridge Program. 

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Developing plans for bridges projects, 
• Performing quantity and cost estimates, 
• Designing horizontal and vertical alignments and approaches, and 
• Mentoring and training of less experienced technicians. 

The work may also include the development of Preliminary Design Reports, routine projects, and the development of Standard Details. This position will also serve as a backup to the Program's primary construction Contract Specialist, performing cost estimates and bid analyses, assembling contract packages, and organizing standard Special Provisions, among other related duties. Work is performed in a team environment that includes Project Managers, Designers and other Technicians. Advanced knowledge and experience in bridge structural detailing and proficiency in the use of MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer are required. 

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

Eight (8) years of experience in engineering -OR- a Bachelors Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and four (4) years of engineering experience -OR- an Associate Degree in Engineering or a related technical field and six (6) years of experience in engineering.  

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, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.

• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy and balanced.

• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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