City of South Portland - Civil Engineer

Start Date: May 29, 2025 | End Date: June 26, 2025
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other, Public Works

The City of South Portland is currently seeking a 40 hour a week (four-day workweek) full-time Civil Engineer for our Public Works Department. This is an opportunity to join a well-run city and play a part in serving our growing and dynamic community with further opportunities for professional growth.

Position Summary: This is a professional/technical position responsible for providing engineering services to the  Public Works Department. The Civil Engineer will be proficient in civil engineering principles and practices as relates to roadways, sidewalks, and multi-modal infrastructure.  Requirements include use of practical and advanced engineering techniques. The work required for this position is performed with a great degree of independence. 

Education: Bachelor’s degree in the field of Civil Engineering, or similar engineering degree with an emphasis on roads preferred.

Experience: A minimum of five (5) years of professional engineering experience. Professional Engineering License in the State of Maine required. Valid State of Maine driver’s license required.

Benefits: The City of South Portland offers competitive pay and a robust selection of employee benefits, including an excellent health plan with affordable family coverage, matched retirement options, dental, vision, life, income protection, long term disability, flexible spending accounts and more.  The City also offers health insurance “payment-in-lieu” and professional development opportunities.  We offer thirteen (13) paid holidays, fifteen (15) sick days annually, fifteen (15) hours of personal time, and vacation commensurate with relevant experience. The City of South Portland is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce and provides employees job stability; a positive, family friendly workplace where work/life needs are valued and supported; and the support, encouragement and tools for successful careers.  The City of South Portland values diversity and inclusion in the workplace, and embraces sustainable operations. Come join our team dedicated to service excellence!

Salary Range: $40.05 - $45.72/hr ($83,304.00 – $95,097.60 annually) depending on experience.  This position is eligible for annual step increases, and possible annual cost of living increases as approved by the City Council.

Application materials will be accepted and reviewed until the position is filled.  

Job description and fillable application are available on our website at www.southportland.gov.

To apply please send a cover letter, resume, application and three professional references to [email protected], or mail them to us at:

City of South Portland

Genny Dyer, Human Resources Generalist

25 Cottage Road

South Portland, Maine 04106

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