Assistant District Maintenance Engineer (Civil Engineer V)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation in Boston seeks a Civil Engineer V to lead maintenance engineering efforts, supervise a diverse staff, and ensure safe, efficient highway operations. This role requires extensive civil engineering experience, strong supervisory skills, and the ability to coordinate across districts, accept emergencies, and review plans and cost estimates.

The position includes a signing bonus of up to $5,000 and competitive state benefits.

Qualifications

• Six years of full-time civil engineering experience, with four years in a professional capacity and two years in supervision.
• Substitutions allowed: Associate degree -> up to 1 year, Bachelor's -> up to 2 years, Graduate degree -> up to 3 years and 1 year of B experience.
• Possession of Massachusetts Class D Driver's License may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist District Maintenance Engineer with supervision of ~30 staff and a labor force of ~90.
• Manage labor across shifts; set schedules and ensure safety and productivity.
• Review and approve work orders, purchases, and overtime allocations.
• Coordinate with Fleet for equipment needs and maintain records of maintenance work.

Skills

Civil engineering

Supervisory capacity

Project coordination

Education

Associate's degree in civil engineering

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Graduate degree in civil engineering

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

Assist the District Maintenance Engineer with supervision of engineering staff of 30 and a labor force of 90, consisting of Highway Maintenance Supervisors, Foremen, HMW's, Laborers and Welder/Mechanics.

Manage the work of the labor force across all work shifts to set schedules, meet deadlines, partner between District areas where possible, and provide a safe and productive work environment.

Communicate and meet regularly with Depot Supervisors to provide direction and establish work priorities, and track through completion.

Review and approve work orders to ensure accuracy of information.

Review and approve purchase orders submitted by Depot Supervisors to support maintenance activities.

Work with the District Fleet Coordinator to establish the equipment needs for the in-house Maintenance section.

Maintain records of maintenance work completed using asset management, mapping and other available methods.

Act as District contact for emergencies and coordinate appropriate response. Work all emergency and weather-related events, including snow and ice.

Manage highway incidents by deploying the appropriate staff and equipment with the goal of maintaining a safe and efficient transportation system.

Supervise and manage all public feedback, provide means to address roadway and roadside issues and prepare appropriate responses.

Meet and communicate with the Public, Town, or State officials to evaluate and resolve highway issues.

As directed, coordinate with Maintenance Engineering for any contract work.

Review and approve overtime and time sheets. Coordinate with Depot Supervisors to ensure overtime is equitably distributed. Coordinate bi-annual and interim Union shift bids.

Perform other related work as required.

Signing 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 ofMassachusetts 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 atmass.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.

Applicants must have at least (A) six 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 four years must have been in a professional capacity, and (C) of which at least two years must have been in a supervisory capacity, or (D) any equivalent combination of the required experience, and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

• 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 a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

**NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines, such as construction, survey, hydraulics, design, transportation, 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.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience. No substitutions will be permitted for the required (C) experience.

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 [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.

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.

An Equal Opportunity / Affimative 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.

Official Title : Civil Engineer V

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston-Kneeland Street

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Aug 28, 2026, 2:42:51 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

109,047.98 - 154,463.19 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affimative 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

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : No