Transportation Engineer III (Traffic Control Engineer)

State of Maine; United States; On-site; USD 78,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Fit

Wellness

Health Insurance Coverage

Health Insurance Premium Credit

Dental Insurance

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Maine Department of Transportation seeks a licensed professional engineer to supervise traffic engineering staff and support the State Traffic Engineer in planning and maintenance of public works traffic operations.

You will lead Traffic Analysis Management and Evaluation (TAMEing) tasks, coordinate with TIM training, serve as duty officer for the Transportation Management Center, and liaise with the Bureau of Motor Vehicles on oversized loads.

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Professional Engineer plus two years of work experience beyond licensure demonstrating complex engineering, risk evaluation, and sound engineering judgement in planning, project development, or maintenance of public works structures and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the State Traffic Engineer in Traffic Analysis Management and Evaluation (TAMEing) and Maintenance of Traffic Plan review on all projects.
• Oversee TAMEing specifications, develop methodologies to implement TAMEing requirements, and train staff on TAMEing and Maintenance of Traffic Plans.

Skills

Independent judgment

supervision

Traffic engineering

Education

Professional Engineer licensure

Job description

Maine Department of Transportation
Salary: $78,062.40 - $110,385.60 (per year)

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Office/Bureau: Maintenance and Operations - Traffic Engineering
Location: Augusta, ME

Opening Date: August 26, 2026

Closing Date: September 10, 2026

Job Description:

This position involves the exercise of independent judgment assisting in the supervision of engineers and other staff in traffic engineering and operations. The work is performed independently and subject to review by the State Traffic Engineer (STE) and the Assistant State Traffic Engineer (ASTE).

Assist the STE in Traffic Analysis Management and Evaluation (TAMEing) and Maintenance of Traffic Plan review on all projects. Responsibilities will include running and providing direction to the monthly TAMEing meeting, developing TAMEing certifications, instituting associated policies, and developing the methodologies/procedures to implement TAMEing requirements. This position oversees the preparation of TAMEing specifications for all projects and training on TAMEing and Maintenance of Traffic Plans. This position will be a primary point of contact in the Department for work zone safety, including formal work zone safety reviews, and safety initiative coordination with appropriate stakeholders.

This position acts as the engineering supervisor for Transportation Management Center (TMC) staff which operates 24/7 at MaineDOT headquarters. Work involves support for staff needs, real‑time operational issues, and assistance with the Emergency Operations Center when necessary. This position will be serving as one of the duty officers for the TMC, a rotating responsibility to communicate significant incidents to relevant MaineDOT leadership. This position will also support statewide Transportation Incident Management (TIM) efforts, including coordinating with TIM trainers and assisting with acquisition of incident management field safety devices.

Acts as liaison with Bureau of Motor Vehicles on Oversized loads (reviews permit applications and comments on proposed routes). Supports the preparation of plans and specifications for traffic engineering related projects. Receives requests and complaints from legislators, local officials, private citizens, commercial interests and other state agencies. The position is responsible for investigation of complaints/problems, as well as working out resolution to those issues. Acts as part of the traffic management/leadership team taking part in staff and project meetings.

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

Licensure as a Professional Engineer plus two (2) years of work experience beyond such licensure which demonstrates the performance of significantly complex engineering science, competency in evaluating risk, and applying sound engineering judgement as it applies to planning, project development, and/or maintenance of public works structures and facilities.

Licensing/Registration/Certification Requirements:

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 thepremium costsfor 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 aboutprogram requirements.

• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee‑only dental premiums ($365.28annual 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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