Transportation Engineer II

MaineGuide; Augusta, Northern (ME, KY); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Fit

Paid Holidays

Vacation Leave

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Premium Credit

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer II for the Highway Program in Augusta. This role performs complex engineering duties and introduces project management principles under limited supervision.

Candidates must hold PE licensure and have demonstrated independent design and engineering analysis with increasing responsibility. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills are essential as you collaborate across projects, deliver technical solutions, and support

Qualifications

• PE licensure by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
• At least two years of work experience demonstrating independent design and engineering analysis with increasing accountability.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex engineering duties for MaineDOT’s Highway Program.
• Introduce project management principles and advanced technical duties under limited supervision.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver safe, efficient transportation infrastructure.

Skills

Professional Engineer licensure

Two years design experience

Project management basics

Interpersonal skills

Job description

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Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $67,038.40 - $94,515.20 per year (Salary Schedule)

Office/Bureau: Project Development - Highway Program

Opening Date: September 17, 2026

Closing Date: October 1, 2026

Job Description:

The Transportation Engineer II position is technical engineering work involving the performance of complex engineering duties for MaineDOT’s Highway Program. This position will be introduced to project management principles and advanced technical engineering duties/responsibilities. Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills are required. Work is performed under limited supervision.

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

Licensure as a Professional Engineer which includes at least two (2) years of work experience which demonstrates independent design, engineering analysis based on established standards, and progressively responsible work overseeing complex engineering projects with increased accountability.

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

Licensure as a Professional Engineer as issued by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

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.

There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.

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.

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