Project Engineer, Civil Engineering

Town of Mansfield, CT | Full-Time | 4-Day Workweek | Strong Benefits

The Town of Mansfield ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).) is hiring a full-time project engineer to perform professional and administrative civil engineering work involving in-field and office design, surveying and inspection activities as well as related work as required. Sample duties include: designing public works construction projects; coordinating and administering public works construction projects; inspecting public works construction projects; operating software programs to design projects;

preparing and maintaining files and records. Position reports to the Assistant Director of Public Works.

The Town of Mansfield's Department of Public Works provides services for the operation, maintenance, and repair of the Town's fleet and infrastructure such as roads, sidewalks, bridges, solid waste facilities, park and recreation areas, athletic fields, sewers and sewer pump stations, and vehicles and equipment. The Department includes an Engineering Division (sewers), Operations Division (equipment maintenance, grounds maintenance, road maintenance, transfer station and tree warden), and Solid Waste Division (trash and recycling contracted services).

Mansfield has a population of approximately 26,000 and offers urban, suburban, and rural living in a university setting.

The salary range is $81,137 - $102,787 per year (effective 7/1/26). This position is full-time with a competitive benefits package including participation in the Connecticut Municipal Retirement System, defined pension plan, medical, vision, dental, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, tuition assistance, and paid vacation and holidays.

The selected candidate will be scheduled for 35 hours per week with a four‑day work week, Monday through Thursday. Occasional evening work may be required.

Work location:

Audrey Beck Municipal Building, 4 South Eagleville Road.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related field. Consideration may be given to equivalent experience and training. Candidates must have passed the NCEES Fundamentals of Engineering Exam and hold an Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) certification (or equivalent outside Connecticut) or achieve the EIT certification in Connecticut within one year of hire. A valid driver's license is required.

Interested applicants can apply at https:// Preferred candidates will be subject to a background check. The position will remain open until filled.

The Town of Mansfield is proud and an Equal Opportunity Employer and Provider with a deep commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and welcoming in its workforce. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Town will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Town.