Assistant Permits Engineer (Civil Engineer II)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Canada; On-site; CAD 115,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

A government transportation agency is seeking a Civil Engineer II to oversee engineering reviews and permit processes. You'll be responsible for supervising projects, ensuring compliance with standards, and providing customer service. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree in civil engineering and at least three years of technical experience. This full-time position offers a salary range of $82,772 - $116,118 and is eligible for a signing bonus of $5,000.

Benefits

Signing bonus of $5,000

Comprehensive employee benefits

Potentially eligible for a hybrid work schedule

Qualifications

• At least three years of full-time technical experience in civil engineering.
• Experience in supervising civil engineering activities.
• Ability to perform calculations relating to engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Perform engineering reviews of permit applications and recommend modifications.
• Supervise and inspect approved Permit projects for compliance.
• Prepare outgoing correspondence in response to customer inquiries.

Skills

Technical experience in civil engineering

Problem-solving

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Associate's degree in civil engineering technology

Job description

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Job Description

Description

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/ or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relating to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/ or maintenance work; and perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Permits Engineer, performs engineering reviews of permit application submittals and recommends modifications to plans, specifications, TTCP’s and engineering agreements in accordance with MassDOT design criteria, policies, and regulations.

Assists the D2 Permits Engineer in all aspects of the MassDOT permitting process, serves as Project Manager for detailed Permitting projects, and provides guidance and direction to consultants, developers, public entities, subordinates, and others to ensure Access Permitting review and issuance is performed in accordance with current CMR’s and that associated construction activities are performed in accordance with current standards.

Performs customer service work (email, telephone, and person to person) to potential Grantees and other public and private entities to insure an effective, consistent, and streamlined MassDOT permitting process.

Consults and coordinates with various District and Statewide Units and Sections to ensure permits are reviewed and prepared in a timely manner for issuance in accordance with CMR requirements.

Prepares Permit submittal packages for the District Permit Engineer's final review, including permitreviews, permit drafts, official response letters, and similar documents.

Supervises and inspects approved Permit projects for vehicular and non-vehicular access permits for compliance with engineering principles, standards, permit conditions and engineering plans.

Prepares outgoing correspondence in response to customer inquiries, permit submittals and other related unit matters requiring an official response.

Assists in correcting violations through communications with abutters.

Organizes, reviews, enters, and extracts data into and out of the current (SHAPS) Permit software application.

Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinates engaged in Civil Engineering activities to ensure effective operations. Provides direction, scheduling and consistent employee evaluation.

Fulfills the roles and responsibilities of the District Permits Engineer in his/her absence.

This position will report to the District Operations Division but be located in the District Maintenance Office. To maintain our high level of customer service, this position will assist District Maintenance on a as needed basis with duties including, but not limited to, answering, and directing phone calls.

Perform related duties as required.

Unit E Sign-On Bonus

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials, of which (B) at least one year must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

• I. An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.
• II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology, may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.
• III. A Graduate degree with a major in civil engineering, may be substituted for the required experience.

**NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, soils, sanitary, environmental, drafting, highway, architectural, mining, airport and materials.

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.

For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857 – 368 – 4722.

For a disability – related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADACoordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857 – 274 – 1935.

Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

Equal Opportunity / Affinity Statement

An Equal Opportunity /affirmative action employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Administrative Information

Official Title: Civil Engineer II

Primary Location: United States-Massachusetts-Northampton-811 N King Street

Agency: Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day

Job Posting: Jan 9, 2026, 2:22:17 PM

Number of Openings: 1

Salary: 82,772.04 - 116,118.34 Yearly

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule: Yes

Inquire about Diversity, Affiance Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator: Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit: DOT

Confidential: No