Assistant Division Chief, Highway Hydraulics Division; Transportation Design Engineer VI

Job Overview

Assistant Division Chief, Highway Hydraulics Division (Transportation Design Engineer VI)

Grade 22 (7666), SP# 26-60-01. Open Recruitment.

State Highway Administration—Office of Highway Development (Baltimore City).

All applicants must submit an online application at  Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. To receive credit for work history, list information in the online DTS-1 application form.

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

The Assistant Division Chief assists in the supervision, management, and administration of the Highway Hydraulics Division, including training, coaching, workload management, and project oversight. Responsibilities include

• Planning, coordinating, and reviewing activities related to the design and permitting of highway drainage, stormwater management, and erosion and sediment control for transportation projects.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements for SWM, ESC, and dam safety.
• Supervising licensed professional engineers and non‑licensed engineers on projects and programs.
• Assisting with Fund 74 drainage improvement projects and developing procedures, technical guidelines, design standards, and specifications.
• Coordinating with all Office of Highway Development divisions and overseeing water resources projects and studies.
• Managing environmental permits, supporting projects in design and construction.

• Possession of a Maryland Professional Engineer license, in the appropriate option. Evidence of license must be presented at the time of appointment.
• Two (2) years of experience managing engineering projects as a licensed professional engineer.

• Three (3) years of experience in water resources and/or environmental design, plan review, project management, or program management.
• At least one (1) year of experience that includes direct supervision of engineering staff performing drainage or stormwater management design for transportation projects as a licensed professional engineer.

• Familiarity with Maryland stormwater management and erosion and sediment control design standards, drainage law, environmental regulations, and permitting requirements.
• Expertise with reviewing plans and calculations for stormwater management, drainage systems, and erosion and sediment control.
• High proficiency in reading and interpreting technical reports, design plans, schedules, special provisions, estimates, design, and regulatory guidelines.
• High proficiency in writing letters, memorandums, and technical reports.
• Experience in supervising, delegating, and managing multiple projects and priorities.

• Oversees operations of employees, consultants, and projects statewide.
• Occasional overnight travel and/or extended work hours subject to SHA and OHD policies may be required.
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license in Maryland.

MDOT offers a generous and competitive benefits package, including health and leave benefits, 401(k) benefits, a pension plan, a free transit program, and advanced education and training opportunities.

SHA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, creed, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, belief or opinion, sex, or sexual orientation. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Appropriate auxiliary aids and services for qualified individuals with disabilities will be provided upon request. Applicants with education obtained outside the U.S. must provide proof of equivalent U.S. education.

For questions, contact the Office of Administration at .

Issue Date: 02/24/2026. Applications must be submitted online by the closing date.