Assistant Transportation Engineer

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This position provides an opportunity to contribute to the design and construction inspection of the state's transportation infrastructure.

Working under the supervision and guidance of licensed Professional Engineers and experienced engineering personnel, the Entry-Level Civil Engineer will assist with a variety of engineering projects and activities involving highway design, bridge design, geotechnical engineering, and construction inspection.

This position is intended for individuals beginning their engineering careers who are interested in developing their technical knowledge, gaining practical engineering experience, and working toward professional engineering licensure.

Depending on the candidate's background, interests, and departmental needs, assignments may be focused in one or more of the following areas:

• Highway and roadway design
• Bridge and structural design
• Geotechnical engineering
• Highway and bridge construction inspection

The Entry-Level Civil Engineer will perform a variety of engineering and technical duties under the direction and supervision of licensed Professional Engineers and senior engineering staff. Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• →Review engineering plans, specifications, standards, and technical documents.
• →Assist with project coordination and communication between engineering disciplines.
• →Collect, organize, and evaluate engineering data and project information.
• →Participate in field visits, site investigations, and construction-related activities.
• →Prepare technical memoranda, reports, correspondence, and project documentation.
• →Develop familiarity with applicable state and federal transportation standards, design criteria, policies, and procedures.
• →Participate in training, professional development, and continuing education opportunities.
• →Perform other related engineering duties as assigned.

• Assist with the planning and design of highway, roadway, intersection, and transportation improvement projects.
• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, plans, profiles, cross sections, and construction details.
• Assist with roadway geometry, drainage, grading, erosion control, and traffic-related design activities.
• Perform basic engineering calculations, quantity estimates, and technical evaluations.
• Utilize computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) and other engineering software to develop and revise project plans.
• Assist with the preparation of plans, specifications, cost estimates, and contract documents.

• Assist with the design, evaluation, rehabilitation, and replacement of bridges and other transportation structures.
• Perform basic structural engineering calculations and assist with the evaluation of structural components.
• Prepare and revise structural drawings, details, and design documentation.
• Assist with bridge inspections, condition assessments, and review of existing structural information.
• Support the preparation of design plans, specifications, quantities, and cost estimates.

• Assist with geotechnical investigations and evaluations for highway, bridge, and other transportation projects.
• Review soil boring logs, subsurface investigation reports, and laboratory testing results.
• Assist with the evaluation of soil and rock conditions, foundations, retaining walls, embankments, slopes, and pavement subgrades.
• Perform basic geotechnical calculations and assist with the preparation of technical reports and recommendations.
• Participate in field investigations and coordinate with geotechnical consultants, contractors, and other engineering personnel as needed.

• Assist with the inspection and oversight of highway, bridge, and other transportation construction projects.
• Observe construction activities to evaluate general conformance with approved plans, specifications, and contract requirements.
• Perform field measurements, document construction progress, and maintain daily inspection reports.
• Assist with material sampling, testing, and documentation in accordance with applicable standards and procedures.
• Review contractor work activities, construction schedules, quantities, and project documentation.
• Communicate with contractors, consultants, project engineers, and other department personnel regarding construction activities and project issues.
• Assist with the identification and documentation of construction deficiencies and potential discrepancies for review by supervisory personnel.

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.

Non-degreed candidates must possess Certification as Engineer Intern issued by the Maine State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

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 have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at jobs.DOT@maine.gov