Project Engineer (Transportation Engineering Technician IV)

Maryland Department of Transportation • Baltimore County, MD

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

This position serves a dual role as a Project Engineer on small to medium MDTA construction contracts or as a Lead Inspector on major bridge and highway construction projects. The employee ensures compliance with contract specifications, provides guidance to less experienced staff, and performs duties under the direction of a Construction Manager. The current vacancy is located in Baltimore, MD.

Requirements

• Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate
• Five years of experience in technical engineering related work in the areas of design, traffic, construction, materials testing, engineering surveys, maintenance, or planning
• Six (6) months of this experience must include managing highway, bridge, tunnel, or facility construction projects
• Possess a Driver’s License valid in the State of Maryland

Nice To Haves

• National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification or other in-house certifications may be required for some positions
• Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) certification for inspection of In-Service Bridges, or have the ability to acquire this certificate within a given time period
• American Society for Non-Destructive Testing Level II Certification
• Certification in field testing procedures in concrete, soil aggregate and Hot Mix Asphalt within a given time period

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct inspection staff by assigning duties, providing guidance, and ensuring all work is completed accurately and in accordance with contract requirements
• Monitor contractor compliance through daily coordination, field inspections, and communication with contractors and their representatives
• Coordinate construction activities among contractors, the MDTA, and other stakeholders to minimize disruptions
• Review and enforce Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) plans to ensure safe operations, including coordination with MDTA Operations Center and project personnel
• Evaluate project documentation with project leadership to address revisions, delays, and changes
• Communicate potential risks such as traffic, weather, and constructability issues to supervisors
• Review work plans and provide recommendations during project meetings
• Prepare punch lists and Non-Conformance Reports to address deficiencies
• Maintain accurate project records, including as-built drawings and progress updates to support scheduling and project tracking

Benefits

• A minimum of 11 paid holidays
• A minimum of 27 days of leave annually (personal, vacation, and sick)
• Access to the State Pension System
• Deferred compensation plans
• Excellent health, dental, and vision plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED