Assistant Town Engineer

Assistant Town Engineer

Salary

$95,653.80 - $114,696.01 Annually

Location

Town of Andover, Andover, MA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

T27017

Department

DPW - Engineering

Opening Date

09/30/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

FTE

1.0

Minimum Hours per Week

36.25

Grade

IE-26

• Description
• Benefits

Description

Under the direction of the Town Engineer lead and participate in DPW survey work; prepare engineering designs, specifications, and cost estimates for public work projects; administer related contracts and inspect related construction projects; and assist the Town Engineer in directing the activities of division members administering or inspecting construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Participate in DPW survey activities, prepare related calculations and field records; conduct deed research; consult with other town departments regarding survey needs; and maintain liaison with private engineers and surveyors retained by the Town.
• Direct a field survey crew, design and prepare specifications, layout and inspect various public works construction projects for water and sewer mains, surface drainage and roadway rebuilding.
• Provide technical assistance to other town departments, boards and commissions. Research plans and records for municipal properties, review submissions for public works related projects.
• Provide information and assistance to the general public.
• Assume the duties of the Town Engineer in the absence of the Town Engineer and Capital Improvements Program Manager.
• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Ability to analyze technical issues and to develop relevant and realistic plans, programs and recommendations.
• Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, regulations and laws related to civil engineering in the public sector, and ability to apply such standards to individual situations.
• Considerable knowledge and experience in construction, materials and operations associated with roads, sanitary landfills, water systems and sewer systems.
• Ability to supervise DPW and private contractor work crews.
• Ability to fairly, tactfully and impartially obtain contractor compliance with project plans, specifications, standards, schedules and budgets.
• Knowledge of computer applications for general office including word processing, spreadsheet and databases as well as selected specialized engineering programs.

Education and Experience

Duties require a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering; knowledge of technical engineering policies, standards and procedures; Five years of progressively responsible related experience; certification as an engineer in training or surveyor in training; or any equivalent combination of education or experience.

Registration as an Engineer in Training in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is required, registration as a Professional Engineer in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is preferred

Supplemental Information

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist in providing daily direction to DPW crews performing public works construction and maintenance activities.

Physical Elements

• Frequent periods supervising or inspecting non-office environments.
• Regular periods spent outside, requiring exposure to weather conditions.
• Frequent periods spent standing and walking; occasional requirement to climb or sustain uncomfortable physical positions.
• Light lifting and carrying of work materials, including files, surveying equipment and other testing devices.
• Subject to regular interruptions to handle emergency situations.
• Some travel within Town and to neighboring towns.
• Ability to withstand industrial noise and fumes associated with outdoor construction projects.

FLSA Status: Exempt

Grade: IE-26

Standard Work Week: 36.25

Job Code: 6577

Risk Code: 9410

The Town of Andover is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The Town is committed to advancing its workforce culture of antiracism, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Employee Benefits

Employer Town of Andover

Address 36 Bartlet St

Andover, Massachusetts, 01810

Phone 978-623-8960 (Town Positions)

978-623-8500 (School Positions)

Website http://andoverma.gov