State Revolving Fund Engineer​/Project Manager

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Environmental Engineer

Opening Date:
February 13, 2026

Closing Date:
February 27, 2026

Job Class Code:6321

Grade: 24 (04)

Salary:$60,816.10 - $85,264.91 per year*

* This is inclusive of a 17.66% recruitment and retention stipend

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This is a full-time permanent position that can be located in Augusta, Bangor, or Portland. This position allows for partial telework with manager approval.

The Drinking Water Program is tasked with overseeing public drinking water systems throughout Maine and administering federal and state safe drinking water regulations. The Drinking Water State Revolving Fund provides low-interest loans and other financial assistance for public drinking water infrastructure improvement projects.

As the State Revolving Fund Engineer/Project Manager, you will have a range of responsibilities, including:

• Reviewing and approving designs for public drinking water system improvements, ensuring designs are appropriate and compliant with all state and federal safe drinking water requirements.
• Representing the DWSRF as a project manager for public water system construction projects, including reviewing construction plans, engineering agreements, payment reimbursement requests and ensuring federal and state requirements are met.
• Conducting environmental reviews to evaluate the potential environmental impacts of projects and activities receiving DWSRF assistance.
• Traveling to and participating in construction meetings for assigned projects across Maine. (Travel expenses are reimbursable.)
• Developing and presenting public education materials associated with drinking water system improvements and the DWSRF program.

A Bachelors Degree in Environmental, Civil, Sanitary, Mechanical, or Chemical Engineering and four (4) years of engineering experience. Related experience may be substituted for education on a year or year basis.

Licensure as a Professional Engineer by the Maine State Board of Licensure for Professional Engineers.

• Knowledge and experience with civil, mechanical, chemical, and sanitary engineering principles and practices related to water treatment technology and facilities.
• Experience with investigation, planning, design, construction, operation, and maintenance of water treatment facilities.
• Knowledge of environmental laws and regulations and experience with administering construction contracts.

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The Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is dedicated to promoting health, safety, resilience, and opportunity for Maine people. The Department provides health and social services to approximately a third of the State's population, including children, families, older Mainers, and individuals with disabilities, mental illness, and substance use disorders. The Department also promotes public health, operates two state psychiatric hospitals, and provides oversight to health care providers.

The mission for the Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), within which this position is located, is to develop and deliver services to preserve, protect, and promote the health and well-being of the citizens of Maine.

For additional information about this position please contact Eduard Chenette, Senior Environmental Engineer, at .

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