Entry-Level Transportation Engineer: Design & Inspection

Department of Transportation; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 57,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to contribute to the design and construction inspection of the state's transportation infrastructure. Working under licensed Professional Engineers, you will assist with highway design, bridge design, geotechnical engineering, and construction inspection as you develop technical knowledge and work toward professional licensure.

This role is intended for individuals starting their engineering careers, with assignments

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field required, or non-degreed candidates must possess Engineer Intern certification as issued by the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
• Non-degreed candidates must possess Engineer Intern certification issued by the Maine State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Responsibilities

• Assist with highway and roadway design, including planning, design, drawings, and construction details; perform basic engineering calculations and quantity estimates using CAD tools.
• Assist with bridge design, inspections, condition assessments, and preparation of design documentation and cost estimates.
• Assist with geotechnical investigations, soil/rock evaluations, and preparation of technical reports and recommendations.
• Assist with construction inspection, field measurements, progress documentation, and review of contractor work activities and schedules.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or closely related field

Engineer Intern Certification (non-degreed candidates)

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation is seeking an Entry-Level Civil Engineer to contribute to the design and construction inspection of the state's transportation infrastructure. Working under licensed Professional Engineers, you will assist with highway design, bridge design, geotechnical engineering, and construction inspection as you develop technical knowledge and work toward professional licensure.

This role is intended for individuals starting their engineering careers, with assignments