AIRPORT PROJECT ENGINEER
Aviation & Transportation Department - The Portland International Jetport
The Portland International Jetport (PWM) is owned and operated by the City of Portland, Maine. The largest in the state, PWM is a small hub airport serviced by nine air carriers. In 2025, the Jetport set an all-time record with 1.25 million passenger enplanements. Learn more about PWM by visiting our website: www.portlandjetport.org. Considering Maine as your next adventure? With a mixture of creative culture and outdoor adventures, Maine is sophisticated, yet remains genuine and unpretentious, a place where grey flannel and plaid flannel coexist companionably. Underlying the latest tech, fashion, and culinary scene is a deep sense of community. We invite you to experience the character of a region that blends the present with a very special past. Lighthouses, lobsters, and surf crashing on the rocky shore - these are the enduring images that come to mind when people think of the classic Maine seacoast. Here, in greater Portland, you’ll absolutely experience the quintessential Maine coast, as well as an urban sophistication that’s creating quite a stir. TripAdvisor has named Portland one of its Top 10 Destinations, based on feedback and interest shown by their well-traveled community.
The Portland International Jetport is seeking a highly motivated individual for the Engineering and Facilities Department. Under the direction of the Deputy Director of Engineering and Facilities, this position assists in the design and budget of airport maintenance and improvement projects, including preparation of plans and specifications.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Preparation of construction cost estimates.
- Contract monitoring.
- Construction inspection and review.
- Project design/drafting.
- Technical document preparation.
- Work order prioritization, and the review and close-out of completed work orders.
Requirements:-
Graduation from a 4-year ABET accredited college or university in engineering or a related field; any equivalent combination of experience, training, or education which provides a minimum of five years progressively responsible experience in the specialty assigned may be substituted in lieu of education requirement.
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Excellent computer proficiency and experience with Google Workspace products, Visio, Adobe Acrobat, and AutoCAD.
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Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) are required.
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Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, superiors, other city departments and the general public, and to deal with tenant and public relations problems in a courteous and tactful manner.
- Possession of a valid State of Maine Class C driver’s license; must have and maintain a good driving record.
- Successful completion of TSA Criminal Background Check in accordance with TSR Part 1542 to acquire and maintain an airport security badge.
Training & Experience Desired:
- Registration as an Engineer In Training (EIT), facilities management experience.
- Experience with and an understanding of airport operations, experience using sustainable building practices.
Accepting applications until August 21, 2026.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.
Expected Hours & Schedule:
37.5 hours/week Monday-Friday; 8:00am - 3:30pm
Salary & Benefits:
This is a union position, ProTech Grade 9M - with a starting pay range of $41.27/hr-$47.83/hr, based on relevant years of experience.
For more information about compensation with the City of Portland, please refer to the Protech Collective Bargaining Agreement and pay plan.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:
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Free employee health insurance with the completion of City wellness program.
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Thirteen paid holidays
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Sick, vacation, and personal leave
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Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
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Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
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Use of City recreation facilities
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Fitness Reimbursement
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Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at [email protected] or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email [email protected].
Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
Group : PROTECH
Job Family : AVIATION
Posting Start : 07/31/2026
Posting End : 08/21/2026
Details : Job Description
