Transportation Engineer III

State of Maine

Bangor, Maine

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$78,062.40–$110,385.60
SKILLS
Audio Engineering, Capital Project, Civil Engineering, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Engineering, Licensing, Professional Engineer, Project Development, Public Works, Risk Analysis, State Government, Transportation Engineering
LOCATION
Bangor, Maine
POSTED
Today
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Maine Department of Transportation

Salary: $78,062.40 - $110,385.60/Annually (Salary Schedule)

Office/Bureau: Maintenance & Operations (Region 4 - Eastern Maine)

Location: Bangor, ME

Opening Date: May 15, 2026

Closing Date: June 1, 2026

Job Description:

This is professional civil engineering position in the Traffic Engineering section. Duties include review of highway segments to determine traffic control device needs throughout the Region to enhance safety and traffic operation needs; review of traffic related complaints ( e.g. speed limits, geometrics, signing, striping) from the public and others to address safety and operational needs; review site developments by collecting/reviewing data necessary to analyze traffic movement permit applications; serve as Traffic team member for capital improvement projects as needed; supervise access management program in the Region; participate in review of high crash locations to improve safety; Supervise Official Business Directional Signs using traffic engineering skill and judgment. Supervision is exercised over a technical and professional staff performing engineering tasks within the Region. 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 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.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants need to apply online by clicking the "Apply for this Opening/Apply Now" button along with uploading a cover letter, current resume, and any applicable copies of post-secondary transcripts, licensing, registration and certifications.

For general questions please contact: Maine Department of Transportation, Attn: Lindsey Patchell, Human Resources Specialist, 219 Hogan Road, Bangor, ME 04401. Telephone: 207-561-5555 Email:lindsey.patchell@maine.gov

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 ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual 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.
  • 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 14.11% 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.

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