Assistant Transportation Engineer - Bridge Construction

MaineGuide; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Maine is seeking an Assistant Transportation Engineer to support bridge projects and field testing. You will inspect contractor work, interpret plans, and document materials and measurements, with potential duties in project management and design tasks.

Travel across the state is required. The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or an Engineer-Intern certification for non-degreed candidates, and offers a structured salary and comprehensive state

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field; Certification of Engineer-Intern for non-degreed candidates.

Responsibilities

• Interpreting the plans and specifications for the project.
• Performing inspection and measurement of the work.
• Record-keeping on, and testing of, materials used by the contractor.
• Performing other selected tasks related to projects.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $56,867.20 - $79,747.20 per year (Salary Schedule)

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Bridge Program

Opening Date: November 5, 2026

Closing Date: November 20, 2026

Job Description:

As an Assistant Transportation Engineer in the field, you will be performing a variety of moderately complex engineering functions in support of construction and maintenance of public works structures, systems, and facilities and transportation engineering. The incumbent is responsible for the inspection and documentation of work performed by private contractors on bridge projects and field testing of materials such as concrete and pavement.

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

• Interpreting the plans and specifications that relate to the project,
• Performing inspection and measurement of the work,
• Record-keeping on, and testing of, the materials used by the contractor, and,
• Performing other selected tasks related to projects.

The incumbent may act as a Resident Inspector on selected projects and will be introduced to project management principles and advanced technical engineering duties. Other duties may involve assisting in the development of projects doing design, plan development, and quantity and cost estimating. The ability to travel statewide for overnight and extended stays is required.

To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:

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.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements: (These must be met by all employees prior to attaining permanent status in this class).

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

If you have general questions, please contact MaineDOT Human Resources at 207-624-3050 or via email at [e-mail]

Why join our team?

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:

• Work-Life Fit – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Wellness – We care about you and your family’s wellbeing, offering 12 days of sick leave annually to help you stay healthy.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60-$13,650.48annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
  • Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by up to 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($358.08 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State contributes the equivalent of 14.06% of the employee's pay towards the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).

State employees are eligible for an extensive and highly competitive benefits package, covering many aspects of wellness. Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.

Note: Benefits may vary somewhat according to specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, familial status or genetics.

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