Junior Bridge Preservation Designer (Civil Engineer I)

Commonwealth of Massachusetts; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Transportation in Boston is seeking a Junior Bridge Preservation Designer (Civil Engineer I) to assist in structural design calculations for bridge repairs, review and manage preservation projects, and contribute to repair plans.

Under supervision of engineers, you will prepare design calculations per AASHTO and MassDOT standards, assist with cost estimates, shop drawing reviews, and project submissions.

Qualifications

• Two years of civil engineering-related experience or equivalent.
• Bachelor's or higher in civil engineering may substitute for experience.
• MassDOT standards and AASHTO familiarity preferred.
• Ability to analyze data and provide engineering recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Performs structural design calculations for bridge repairs of normal complexity.
• Assists in preparation of bridge design plans, details, quantities, and provisions.
• Participates in reviews of shop drawings and assesses design intent.
• Assists in review and management of preservation projects.
• Supports project submissions for advertisement and awards.
• Complies with MassDOT policies and project specifications.

Skills

Civil engineering

AASHTO standards

Project management

Review drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Associate's degree in civil engineering technology

Job description

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Job Description - Junior Bridge Preservation Designer (Civil Engineer I) (260006SS)

Job Description

Description

Position Summary

Under the direction of engineers of a higher grade, the incumbents of this position assist in the preparation of structural design calculations for bridge repairs such as bridge deck replacements and beam end repairs for bridges of normal complexity, bridge design plans and details, and bridge repair quantities and special provisions. Incumbents also assist in the review and project management of bridge preservation projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs calculations such as those related to the preparation of structural design for bridge elements and repairs for bridges of normal complexity in accordance with AASHTO specifications and MassDOT standards.
• Prepares elements of repair plans and details in accordance with MassDOT standards.
• Performs calculations such as those related to the preparation of bridge construction material quantity and bridge project cost estimates.
• Participates in reviews of shop drawings in relation to construction procedures and to determine compliance with design intent for repairs and preservation actions designed by the Bridge Preservation Unit.
• Assists with reviews of preservation projects of standard complexity for completeness, technical correctness, and coordination of specifications and estimates with work to be completed.
• Supports the preparation of submissions of projects for advertisement and assists in project award.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering.
• Knowledge of the terminology and standard abbreviations used in civil engineering.
• Knowledge of the principles of hydraulics as applied to surface drainage pipes and culverts.
• Knowledge of the engineering properties of soils.
• Knowledge of the properties and characteristics of concrete and asphalt; mechanical properties of fluids; theory and practice of plane surveying.
• Knowledge of the types and uses of equipment and materials used in building, bridge, highway, road, street or tunnel construction.
• Knowledge of the types & skill in the uses of equipment used in plane surveying; knowledge of the methods of soil testing.
• Knowledge of mathematical formulae used to compute volumes and areas.
• Knowledge of mathematical computations used in solving civil engineering problems.
• Knowledge of elementary algebra, trigonometry, plane and solid geometry, integral and differential calculus; knowledge of the standard procedures for taking field notes in connection with plane surveying.
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of civil engineering data, to draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations.
• Ability to understand, apply and explain the laws, rules, regulations, procedures, specifications and guidelines governing assigned unit activities and in connection with the construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, buildings, etc.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's first paycheck. 2) $2,000 (less applicable taxes) after the successful completion of the employee’s probationary period.

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers .

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Applicants must have at least (A) two years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

• I. An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology** may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required experience.*
• II. A Bachelor's or higher degree with a major in civil engineering** or civil engineering technology**, may be substituted for the required experience.*

**NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, hydraulics, design, transportation, structural, soils, sanitary, environmental, drafting, highway, architectural, mining, airport and materials.

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

Special Requirement

Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.

For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team [e-mail].

For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857 ‐ 368 ‐ 4722.

For a disability ‑ related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADACoordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857 ‐ 274 ‐ 1935.

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC)may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Highway

Official Title : Civil Engineer I

Primary Location

United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park Plaza

Agency

Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule

Full-time

Shift

Day

Job Posting

Oct 9, 2026, 6:30:25 PM

Number of Openings

1

Salary

76,824.07 - 106,909.43 Yearly

If you have Diversity, AffinitIVE Action or Equal Opportunity issues or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes