Assistant Transportation Engineer - Geotechnical

State of Maine • Augusta, ME

3d • $54,413 - $76,315

About The Position

This is an entry level professional services position in the field of Engineering performing a variety of moderately complex engineering functions in support of design and construction of public works and transportation structures. Preliminary geotechnical tasks include, but are not limited to: Overseeing and inspecting subsurface exploration programs Developing lab testing programs, Evaluating subsurface conditions, Development of bridge foundation alternatives, and, Identification of pertinent geotechnical aspects. Final design tasks may include, but are not limited to: Completing geotechnical engineering evaluations, and, Preparation of geotechnical design reports and calculation packages. This position will require periodic field work to monitor subsurface exploration programs and to provide support to construction personnel on geotechnical construction activities. Preference will be given to those with geotechnical experience.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or closely related field –OR- non-engineering college graduates and non-degreed candidates must possess a Certification of Engineer-Intern as issued by the State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.
• Non-degreed candidates must possess Certification as Engineer Intern issued by the Maine State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers.

Nice To Haves

• Preference will be given to those with geotechnical experience.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and inspecting subsurface exploration programs
• Developing lab testing programs
• Evaluating subsurface conditions
• Development of bridge foundation alternatives
• Identification of pertinent geotechnical aspects
• Completing geotechnical engineering evaluations
• Preparation of geotechnical design reports and calculation packages
• Periodic field work to monitor subsurface exploration programs and to provide support to construction personnel on geotechnical construction activities.

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees