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If you are a current State of Maine employee, please submit your application through the internal application process using the Find Jobs report in PRISM. Seasonal employees who do not have PRISM access should apply through the State's career page and indicate on the application that they have previously worked for the State..Maine Department of Transportation Salary: $81,577.60 - $115,356.80 per year (Salary Schedule) Office/Bureau: Project Development - Bridge ProgramOpening Date: October 22, 2026Closing Date: November 5, 2026Job Description:This is licensed professional engineering work of a supervisory nature in the field of geotechnical engineering, primarily focused on senior level oversight of the geotechnical unit within the Bridge Program, which is responsible for delivering a wide range of capital bridge projects through design and construction.Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Manage geotechnical consultant workflow by assigning work, reviewing proposals, tracking progress, and managing budget.
- Perform QC/QA for both in-house and consultant led geotechnical deliverables, such as Geotechnical Design Reports, calculations, design plans, and specifications.
- Review drilling requests, borings logs, lab testing programs, interpretive subsurface profiles, soil reports, and foundation recommendations for all in-house prepared project deliverables.
- Support internal staff in preparation/review of final plans, specifications, and Contractor submittals as it relates to the geotechnical discipline.
- Affixes own Maine Professional Engineer's seal/stamp with signature to certify drawings, reports, or other professional work of direct professional involvement, knowledge, and responsible charge.
- Trains, mentors, and coaches subordinate Licensed Professional Engineers and Assistant Transportation Engineers to build competency and proficiency in geotechnical evaluation and design of bridges.
- Serve as geotechnical practice lead by maintaining the Department's geotechnical and foundation related design policies/practices, reviewing and evaluating ramifications of changes to national standards, such as the AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, attending applicable industry conferences, and staying current with new research and emerging geotechnical engineering technologies.
- 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 Main
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