District Assistant Maintenance Engineer (Civil Engineer Manager (Transportation)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Muncy (Lycoming County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's PennDOT seeks a District Assistant Maintenance Engineer to guide maintenance operations across District 3, applying engineering knowledge to support safe, efficient, and goal-driven road maintenance.

You will lead engineering teams, coordinate annual work plans, inspect road conditions, oversee environmental compliance, and report findings to district leadership while teleworking part-time from Pennsylvania with potential AWS.

Qualifications

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience including three years in the appropriate specialty and one year directing the work of civil engineers.
• Possession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.
• Valid driverís license required.

Responsibilities

• Engineering Leadership: Apply engineering practices to analyze maintenance challenges and develop sound recommendations.
• Program Coordination: Collaborate on annual work plans and adjust priorities to meet district goals.
• Staff Management: Direct and support employees by assigning tasks, coaching performance, and evaluating results.
• Operational Review: Monitor maintenance data, assess productivity, and report findings to district leadership.
• Field Evaluation: Inspect road conditions and maintenance work to verify needs and assess improvement strategies.
• Environmental Oversight: Guide activities to meet environmental maintenance requirements and ensure compliance with established standards.

Skills

Civil engineering

Project leadership

Staff supervision

Program coordination

Education

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

Are you searching for a profession which allows you to guide essential maintenance operations that could shape the future of Pennsylvania highways? As a District Assistant Maintenance Engineer with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT), you will have the exciting opportunity to influence major maintenance decisions across District 3. This role allows you to apply engineering knowledge while supporting safe, effective, and goal-driven operations. You will help identify improvements, strengthen programs, and coordinate efforts that keep critical infrastructure functioning. Apply today if you are ready to advance your career while leading meaningful change in your community!

This role supports district maintenance operations by applying engineering principles, supervising staff, and guiding work plans across multiple counties. Primary responsibilities will consist of a combination of program oversight, analytical review, and field verification to ensure effective maintenance outcomes. As a District Assistant Maintenance Engineer, you will perform the following duties:

• Engineering Leadership: Apply engineering practices to analyze maintenance challenges and develop sound recommendations
• Program Coordination: Collaborate on annual work plans and adjust priorities to meet district goals
• Staff Management: Direct and support employees by assigning tasks, coaching performance, and evaluating results
• Operational Review: Monitor maintenance data, assess productivity, and report findings to district leadership
• Field Evaluation: Inspect road conditions and maintenance work to verify needs and assess improvement strategies
• Environmental Oversight: Guide activities to meet environmental maintenance requirements and ensure compliance with established standards

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position may be eligible for alternate work schedule (AWS).
• Telework:You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, upon successful completion of the probationary period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Montoursville. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Four years of professional civil engineering experience which includes three years in the appropriate specialty and one year of experience in directing the work of civil engineers

Special Requirement:

• This position requires p ossession of a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the Pennsylvania State Registration Board for Professional Engineers, Land Surveyors and Geologists.

Condition of Employment:

• This position requires possession of a valid driver's license.

Other Requirements:

• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.