Transportation Engineer II

State of Maine; United States; On-site; USD 67,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Vacation leave

Sick leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Maine Department of Transportation in Maine is seeking a Transportation Engineer II to perform complex engineering duties within the Highway Program. The role involves applying engineering analysis, design work, and collaborating with teams under limited supervision.

Candidates must hold a Professional Engineer license and have at least two years of independent design and project oversight experience. The position offers a competitive benefits package and a clear path for professional growth in

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer with at least two years of independent design and engineering analysis experience.
• Experience supervising complex engineering projects with increased accountability.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Professional Engineer licensure

Job description

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 ofthe 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?

• 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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