Assistant Survey Engineer (Civil Engineer III)

Position Summary

Incumbents of positions in this series prepare or review plans, designs, specifications and cost estimates for engineering projects; prepare and/or review reports, studies and analytical data; perform calculations relating to engineering problems; perform engineering surveys; inspect construction and/or maintenance work; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to perform professional engineering duties in such areas as highways, bridges, buildings and facilities all in accordance with sound engineering principles, applicable laws, regulations and standards.

Duties and Responsibilities

• This position will assist the District Survey Engineer with managing District Survey Section contracts and personnel.

• Assists in assigning sub-contractor survey crews and managing oversight of progress related to construction.

• Responsible for procuring and distributing survey data for MassDOT Highway projects.

• Coordinates and prioritizes survey requests associated with Project Development, Bridge, Construction and Maintenance Sections.

• Uses Project Info and other MassDOT databases to keep track of current Department projects, priorities and projected advertisement dates to prioritize survey requests and timelines and update the District Survey Engineer.

• Reviews, verifies and approves invoices for all current contract survey services.

• Review and comment on Subsurface Utility Engineering submissions for conformance to state and federal guidelines.

• Performs State Highway Layout (SHLO’s), State Property Line and Construction Layout calculations, volume calculations, Coordinate Geometry calculations using Least Squares and other methods. Performs detailed survey research to identify or establish existing condition data which may include gathering information from registries of deeds, public and private utilities and other sources as necessary.

• Reviews and comments on MassDOT survey base plans and project design submissions for adherence to MassDOT standards as they relate to survey information using the latest MassDOT Survey Manual Standards and Specifications, Project Development and Design Guide and other manuals and guidelines.

• Responsible for managing and maintaining field collected data produced by contractors and or internal staff. To include but not limited to data collector files and field notes from field crews to network server.

• Capable of producing survey base plans in Civil 3D up to current MassDOT CAD and Survey standards.

• Mentor and supervise Junior staff as required.

• Coordinates with District Survey Engineer, other MassDOT sections and external agencies on the inclusion and interpretation of existing condition data such as Lidar point clouds and aerial imagery for MassDOT Projects.

• Attends and coordinates annual training as required to enhance skill levels; computer software training including CAD, design training, policy changes and supervisory/management training.

This position is eligible for a five-thousand dollar ($5,000) signing bonus (“Signing Bonus”) if you are newly hired at MassDOT. Current MassDOT employees are not eligible for the Signing Bonus. The Signing Bonus will be paid in two parts: 1) $3,000 (less applicable taxes) included in the employee's .

About MassDOT

The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.

MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.

Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.

Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.

All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.

Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.

Applicants must have at least (A) four years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, technical or professional experience in civil engineering work in such areas as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils and materials, of which (B) at least two years must have been in a professional capacity, or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.

Substitutions

I. An Associate's degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology may be substituted for a maximum of one year of the required (A) experience.*

II. A Bachelor's degree with a major in civil engineering or civil engineering technology , may be substituted for a maximum of two years of the required (A) experience.*

III. A Graduate degree with a major in civil engineering**, may be substituted for a maximum of three years of the required (A) experience and one year of the required (B) experience.*

**NOTE: The terms civil engineering and civil engineering technology include related engineering disciplines such as construction, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, soils, sanitary, environmental, drafting, highway, architectural, mining, airport and materials.

• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

NOTE: Educational substitutions will only be permitted for a maximum of one year of the required (B) experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Based on assignment, possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License may be required.

• For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at ***email_hidden***.
• For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
• For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.

Comprehensive Benefits

When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.

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An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.

Official Title : Civil Engineer III

Primary Location : United States-Massachusetts-185 Kneeland Street

Job : Engineering

Agency : Massachusetts Department of Transportation

Schedule : Full-time

Shift : Day

Job Posting : Apr 10, 2026, 12:08:24 PM

Number of Openings : 1

Salary : 95,897.91 - 135,432.31 Yearly

If you have Diversity, Affirmative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Derrick Mann - 8573688541

Bargaining Unit : DOT

Confidential : No

Potentially Eligible for a Hybrid Work Schedule : Yes