Engineer Program Manager I

Job Description

Engineer Program Manager I

Assistant Utility Engineer

Recruitment #101226-MFBC07-550900

Opening Date

10/13/2026 12:00:00 AM

Closing Date

11/11/2026 11:59:00 PM

Type of Recruitment

Open Competitive

Salary

Yearly: $100,280.20

Salary Plan

SMV

Pay Grade

G17

Shift Hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.; Weekends/Holidays required

Employment Type

Actual Vacancy

Employment Term

Regular

Agency

DOT/Economic Development Coord/Utility Coord

Location(s)

Administration Building: (800 South Bay Road, Dover, DE, 19901)

Contact Name

DelDOT Human Resources/Employment Services

Contact Phone

302-760-2011

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Summary Statement

This
position supports DelDOT's utility coordination program by reviewing relocation
plans, utility agreements, and technical conflicts; coordinating with
utilities, consultants, and project teams; and ensuring compliance with DelDOT
and Federal requirements. It also supports SUE and utility permitting,
administers and improves the permitting system, and works to enhance
consistency, efficiency, and project delivery. The position is considered
Report When Contacted (RWC) and may have to report during emergency situations
and severe weather events. Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
Reviews permit applications, blueprints and/or designs prepared by others to ensure compliance with specifications and regulations.
Applies the principles and theories of science and mathematics to research and develop solutions to technical problems.
Plans and conducts field studies, surveys, research and development projects, inspections and/or investigations to collect data and ensure conformance to state/federal laws and regulations.
Tests or evaluates materials, equipment, systems and facilities.
Plans and coordinates engineering projects.
Reviews, analyzes and reports on the status of projects and/or regulatory conformance.
Develops cost estimates for project time and materials.
Provides technical guidance and training to technical staff.

Job Requirements

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineer Program Manager I (Department of Transportation Only)

Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR Possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada.

Six months experience as a project engineer in one or more of the discipline(s) of engineering shown below which includes managing engineering programs and projects.

• Chemical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Construction Engineering
• Environmental Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Agricultural Engineering
• Material Science Engineering

Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Selection Process

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content. Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the "My Applications" tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.
Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.
If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a valid Delaware Professional Engineering License OR Possession of a valid Professional Engineering license issued by a proper authority of a state, territory or possession of the United States, the District of Columbia, or a province or territory of Canada. Six months experience as a project engineer in one or more of the discipline(s) of engineering shown below which includes managing engineering programs and projects. • Chemical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Civil Engineering • Construction Engineering • Environmental Engineering • Industrial Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • Agricultural Engineering • Material Science Engineering Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees. Conditions of Hire Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship. Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process. Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire. All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

Requirements

requirements. It also supports SUE and utility permitting,
administers and improves the permitting system, and works to enhance
consistency, efficiency, and project delivery. The position is considered
Report When Contacted (RWC) and may have to report during emergency situations
and severe weather events. Must maintain a valid driver's license.

Essential Functions

Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.

Drafts, develops and modifies engineering designs, plans and specifications.
Reviews permit