ACCESS & UTILITY ENGINEER

State of New Hampshire Job Posting Department of Transportation Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 5 16 East Point Drive / Bedford, NH ACCESS & UTILITY ENGINEER Position #20445 $31.33/hour - $42.60/hour This position offers Trainee Statusat the following pay rate: $34.92 per hour Candidates hired at a Trainee Status must meet minimum education/experience qualifications within one (1) year of hire date See total compensation information at the bottom of announcement. ~ NEW HAMPSHIRE DOT ~ Build Your Career. Build Your Community. Build New Hampshire. NHDOT Recruitment Brochure The State of New Hampshire, Department of Transportation, Bureau of Highway Maintenance, District 5, has a full-time vacancy for an Access & Utility Engineer. SUMMARY: To develop and administer major engineering programs related to the various permitting functions of the district. YOUR EXPERIENCE COUNTS: Each additional year of approved formal education may be substituted for one year of required work experience and/or each additional year of approved work experience may be substituted for one year of required formal education. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education/Experience: Education: Master's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering. Experience: Four years of post-baccalaureate experience in engineering. OR Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering OR Education: Associate's degree from an accredited institute of higher education with a major study in engineering or engineering technology. Experience: Six years of experience in the practice of engineering at a level equivalent to Civil Engineer I (or higher), plus two additional years of experience in a position comparable to an Engineering Technician. License/Certification: 1. Professional Engineer (PE) License with designation in Civil, Civil Highway, Geo Technical or Structural Engineering 2. Valid driver's license and/or access to transportation Other Requirements: 1. Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must meet the minimum standards as established by the hiring agency. 2. Must have a telephone 3. Must be willing and able to be available for 24-hour call Trainee Option: Candidates with an equivalent combination of 9+ years of relevant education and experience after completion of high school may be considered and hired in trainee status for this position. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Reside within the District DISCLAIMERS: The supplemental job description lists the essential functions of the position and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to the position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that job title. The work of an employee in trainee status in this position shall be overseen by a fully qualified individual. An employee in trainee status shall meet the minimum qualifications within the period of time specified on the SJD, not to exceed one year of being hired into this position. RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates the permit application review process with other Department Bureaus, Federal agencies, State agencies, municipal authorities, developers, consultants, property owners, and utilities to ensure efficient issuance of the permits. Reviews, comments and directs changes to complex consultant-designed projects, studies, reports and plans to ensure compliance with Department standards, access management principals, and maintenance requirements. Inspects and monitors complex projects, coordinates major phases of construction and directs field changes in order to protect the traveling public and the integrity of the State highway system. Directs, trains, and supervises an engineering staff in the evaluation of plans and specifications, application of engineering principles and sound access management techniques, and inspection of highway construction to ensure compliance with Department standards and access permits. Develops, reviews, explains, and defends current and long-range Department objectives relative to the permit process in order to promote good public relations and the goals of the Department. Performs research and analysis relative to the State highway system in order to respond to public and governmental inquiries. Maintains the drainage inventory and ensure MS4 compliance. Supervises record-keeping of all permits, records, plans, deeds, easements, and other public documents for all highways and/or projects within the District. Performs work in full conformance with all risk management, safety, and environmental standards, regulations, and administrative orders. For assistance creating your talent profile or applying online, please contact James Roberg at (603) 271-8025 or James. G. For additional information contact Richard Radwanski, District 5 Engineer, at 603-666-3336 or . TOTAL COMPENSATION INFORMATION The State of NH total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits, including: HMO or POS Medical and Prescription Drug Benefits: The actual value of State-paid health benefits and the amount of employee health benefit contributions may vary depending on the type of plan selected and the bargaining unit with which a position is associated. See this link for details on State-paid health benefits: Value of State's share of Employee's Retirement: 12.87% of pay Other Benefits: Dental Plan at minimal cost for employees and their families ($500-$1800 value) Flexible Spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts State defined benefit retirement plan and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan Work/life balance flexible schedules, paid holidays and generous leave plan $50,000 state-paid life insurance plus additional low-cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program (ability to earn up to $500) Total Compensation Statement Worksheet: Want the specifics? Explore the Benefits of State Employment on our website: EOE TDD Access: Relay NH 1-800-735-2964

Created: 2026-03-10