Assistant District Utilities Engineer (Transportation Engineer V)

Maryland-Department-of-Transportatio; Maryland; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

State Highway Administration in District 1 – Wicomico County seeks an Assistant District Utilities Engineer (Transportation Engineer V). You will supervise a team of Engineering Technicians handling plan review, permit approval, inspection and acceptance for utility-related projects in District 1.

You will provide technical guidance to engineers and consultants on work zone traffic control and utility relocation plans, and oversee MUTTS and ADA compliance during issuing and construction phases.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of experience in professional engineering.
• Selective qualification requires three years of experience in utility facilities on construction projects.
• Master's degree can substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct supervision of Engineering Technicians performing plan review, approval, inspection and acceptance for permits in District 1.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and engineering consultant firms on work zone and utility relocation plans.
• Oversee MUTTS and Lane Closure Tracking System and ensure ADA compliance during permitting and construction.

Skills

Engineering experience

Utility construction experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

(Open Recruitment)

State Highway Administration

Assistant District Utilities Engineer (Transportation Engineer V)

District 1 - Wicomico County

Grade 19 (2706) SP#26-81-05

Nature of work:

The Assistant District Utility Engineer (DUE) is responsible for the direct supervision of a team of Engineering Technicians that perform the plan review, approval, coordination, inspection and acceptance for maintenance for all permits issued in District 1. District 1 permit inspection team oversees a variety of construction activities within the SHA right-of-way including complex road widening, bridge widening, relocation and installation of all type of overhead and underground utilities including, but not limited to, high voltage electric transmission and distribution lines, high pressure gas lines, high pressure water and sewer lines and communication and fiber optic lines. These permit projects support economic development and operation of critical utility infrastructure throughout District 1. This position acts as the District Utility Engineer in his absence and has the authority to provide signatory approval on the SHA Utility and District Office permits. This position also provides technical guidance to professional engineers and engineering consultant firms in developing work zone traffic control plans and utility relocation plans. Additionally, the incumbent will aid in overseeing Miss Utility Ticket Tracking System (MUTTS) and Lane Closure Tracking System. This position will also be responsible for monitoring and giving technical guidance for ADA requirements during issuing and construction phase of the Utility Permit.

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our amazing benefits here: MDOT Benefits Guide.

The State Highway Administration (SHA) has been named a Training Magazine award winner for the seventh consecutive year.

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Five years experience in professional engineering.

Selective Qualifications

Three (3)years of experience in installation, modification or relocation or utility facilities on construction projects.

This statement contains a selective qualification, which is more focused in scope than the minimum qualifications for this classification. Selective qualifications are utilized when the position requires a specific or additional bona fide occupational qualification (i.e. knowledge, skill or ability). No substitutions are allowed for a selective qualification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Has a Work Zone Traffic Control Manager Certification
• Experience with SHA traffic control templates
• Experience with SHA construction techniques for various construction procedures.
• Good written and oral communication skills

Notes

1. Additional work experience in professional engineering, or in technical engineering at the journey level or above, may be substituted on a year for year basis for the required education.
2. Possession of a Master's Degree in engineering may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
3. Persons currently registered as Professional Engineers in the State of Maryland, or in a State with comparable requirements, are considered to have met the education requirements.
4. Candidate must possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the state of Maryland.

Applications

The selected candidate may be subject to background and reference checks. A conviction is not an automatic disqualification from employment. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

The state of Maryland offers excellent health and leave benefits, 401k benefits, pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

Work Authorization & Disability Services

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Please call 410-545-5554.

Please Note: The State Highway Administration is not sponsoring new employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa at this time due to budgetary constraints. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. Federal regulations prohibit H-1B Visa candidates from paying sponsorship fees, all sponsorship fees must be assumed by the potential employer.

Foreign Education Verification

Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. will be required to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Union Membership

The incumbent in this position may be a member of a covered bargaining unit.

Equal Opportunity

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. SHA does not discriminate based on age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation.

Issue Date: 08/072026