Assistant Transportation Engineer - Traffic Engineering

Department of Transportation; Augusta (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

Wellness program

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation in Augusta seeks an entry-level engineer to support Intelligent Transportation Systems and traffic engineering. You will review preliminary and final plans for compliance with engineering standards and project specifications, and study traffic patterns to identify problems and impacts.

You will gain experience with CMS, RWIS, traffic signals, incident management devices, and the Transportation Management Center, while learning transportation planning,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Certification of Engineer-Intern as issued by the State Board of Licensure.
• Non-engineering grads may qualify with Engineer-Intern Certification.
• Knowledge of ITS and highway engineering principles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review preliminary and final plans for compliance with standards and project specifications.
• Study traffic patterns or environmental conditions to identify engineering problems and assess potential project impact.
• Evaluate transportation systems to determine need for modifications or expansions on projects.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Traffic engineering

Transportation planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Certification of Engineer-Intern

Tools

CMS (Changeable Message Signs)

RWIS (Road Weather Information Systems)

Transportation Management Center systems

Job description

If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State’s career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State.

Maine Department of Transportation Salary: $56,867.20 - $79,747.20 per year (Salary Schedule) Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations - Traffic Engineering Location: Augusta, ME Opening Date: November 4, 2026 Closing Date: November 19, 2026

Job Description

This is entry level professional services and scientific work in the fields of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and Traffic Engineering 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 position will review preliminary and final plans for transportation and public works projects in order to determine compliance with engineering standards and project specifications; conduct studies of traffic patterns or environmental conditions to identify engineering problems and assess potential project impact; and evaluate transportation systems in order to determine the need for modification and/or expansion to design for devices on individual projects. This position will require the knowledge of, or the ability to learn, engineering principles and practices; transportation planning, design, construction, and/or maintenance principles, practices, and techniques; and traffic and right of way issues relating to highway engineering.

This position will have the opportunity to work with a variety of ITS and traffic engineering devices and systems included Changeable Message Signs (CMS), Road Weather Information Systems (RWIS), traffic signals, incident management devices, traffic counting devices, our Transportation Management Center (TMC), and more.

Minimum Qualifications

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.

Benefits

• 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-$13,650.48 annual 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.

Equal Opportunity

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. If you’re looking for a great next step, and want to feel good about what you do, we’d love to hear from you. Please note reasonable accommodations are provided to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

About Us

Join Maine State Government and Make a Difference in Your Community. If you're looking for a fulfilling career that allows you to serve the public and make a difference, consider working with Maine State Government! Our departments boast an array of professions, including attorneys, biologists, correctional officers, equipment operators, engineers, human resources professionals, information technology experts, law enforcement officers, nurses, park rangers, social workers, and transportation workers. With more than 100 agencies, boards, and offices, Maine State Government is the perfect place to explore various industries and interests. Whether you're interested in finance or forestry, there's an opportunity for you to help make Maine an even better place to live.

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