ACCESS & UTILITY ENGINEER

State of New Hampshire; New Hampshire; On-site; USD 65,166 - 88,608; Full time

Job summary

State of New Hampshire is seeking an Access & Utility Engineer to develop and administer major engineering programs related to district permitting. The role requires complex coordination with multiple agencies and the supervision of staff to ensure compliance with Department standards and access management principles.

Qualified candidates hold an engineering degree with the required years of experience or a PE license and must be willing to be on 24‑hour call.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering with four years of post‑baccalaureate engineering experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with six years of post‑baccalaureate engineering experience.
• Associate’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with six years of experience plus two years comparable to an Engineering Technician.
• PE license in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo‑Technical or Structural Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate permit application reviews with bureaus, agencies, municipalities and utilities to issue permits efficiently.
• Review and direct changes to complex projects to ensure compliance with standards and access management.
• Inspect and monitor major construction phases to protect the traveling public and highway integrity.
• Supervise engineering staff in plan evaluation, application of engineering principles, and inspections.
• Develop and defend department objectives related to the permit process and public relations.

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Access & Utility Engineer

Position #: 19828 – 641 Main Street, Lancaster, NH.
Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 1.

Salaries: $31.33/hour – $42.60/hour. Trainee status pay starts at $30.02 per hour.

Candidate must complete required qualifications within one year of hire.

Summary

To develop and administer major engineering programs related to the permitting functions of the district.

Your Experience Counts

Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and vice‑versa.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering from an accredited institution and four years of post‑baccalaureate engineering experience.
• or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with six years of post‑baccalaureate engineering experience.
• or Associate’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with six years of experience equivalent to a Civil Engineer I (or higher) plus two additional years comparable to an Engineering Technician.

License/Certification

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo‑Technical or Structural Engineering.
• Valid driver’s license and/or access to transportation.

Other Requirements

• Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet minimum standards.
• Must have a telephone.
• Must be willing and able to be available for 24‑hour call.

Trainee Option

Candidates with an equivalent combination of 9+ years of education and experience after high school may be considered and hired in trainee status.

Preferred Qualifications

Resides within the district.

After‑Hire Requirements

Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of New Hampshire within one year of employment.

Career Advancement Opportunities

In‑Band Advancement available: No.
Broad Group Level Advancement available: No.

Disclaimer

The supplemental job description lists essential functions; other duties may be performed as part of the position.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the permit application review process with other department bureaus, federal and state agencies, municipal authorities, developers, consultants, property owners, and utilities to ensure efficient issuance of permits.
• Review, comment, and direct changes to complex consultant‑designed projects, studies, reports, and plans to ensure compliance with Department standards, access management principles, and maintenance requirements.
• Inspect and monitor complex projects; coordinate major phases of construction and direct field changes to protect the traveling public and the integrity of the State highway system.
• Direct, train, and supervise an engineering staff in the evaluation of plans and specifications, application of engineering principles and sound access‑management techniques, and inspection of highway construction to ensure compliance with Department standards and access permits.
• Develop, review, explain, and defend current and long‑range Department objectives relative to the permit process in order to promote good public relations and the goals of the Department.
• Perform research and analysis relative to the State highway system in order to respond to public and governmental inquiries; maintain the drainage inventory and ensure MS4 compliance.
• Supervise record‑keeping of all permits, records, plans, deeds, easements, and other public documents for all highways and/or projects within the District.
• Perform work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders.

Total Compensation Information

The State of NH offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, flexible‑spending accounts, a state‑defined retirement plan, a deferred compensation 457(b) plan, paid holidays, life insurance, and a wellness program. For details, see the State benefits website: https://www.das.nh.gov/hr/benefits.aspx and the Compensation Calculator: https://www.das.nh.gov/jobsearch/compensation-calculator.aspx.

EOE. TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964.