Engineering Aide - Augusta Headquarters
Listed on 2026-02-10
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Compliance
Overview
Maine Department of Transportation
New Employees will start at $19.63 per hour (Step
8).
Salary includes a 2.5% stipend
To view the full salary range of this position, .
Office/Bureau
:
Project Development
Location
:
Augusta, ME
-Multiple positions available-
Opening Date
:
February 5, 2026
Closing Date:
Open until filled
Did you know that Maine
DOT is so much more than just Transportation? We’re looking for individuals who are interested in learning more about Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering, Material Quality Assurance, Construction Management and more!
Engineering Aide positions are seasonal positions where candidates explore career paths based on their interests in the world of transportation while helping the Department to meet our objectives throughout the construction season that keeps Maine moving!
Multiple positions are available in our Augusta Headquarters where selected candidates will join our multi‑disciplined design teams in a variety of roles. Potential assignments may include CADD detailing, engineering analysis, cost estimating, or other engineering tasks on Highway and Bridge projects under development. Students pursuing an Engineering or Engineering Technology degree are encouraged to apply!
To be minimally qualified for this position candidates must provide evidence of the following experience:
High school diploma or equivalent, and training or work experience which would demonstrate a knowledge of basic mathematics and an ability to read and comprehend manuals, maps, charts, and graphs.
Application InstructionsInterested 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.
If have general questions, please contact Maine
DOT Human Resources at or via email
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 (Maine
PERS).
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.
There's a job and then there's purposeful, transformative work. Our aim is to create a workplace where you can learn, grow, and continuously refine your skills. Applicants demonstrate job requirements in differing ways, and we appreciate that many skills and backgrounds can make people successful in this role.
As an Equal Opportunity employer, Maine State Government embraces a culture of respect and awareness. We are committed to creating a strong sense of belonging for all team members, and our process ensures an inclusive environment to applicants of all backgrounds including diverse race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, physical or mental…
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