Junior Civil Engineer - GIS Technician

Weekly Hours: 37.5 hours / week

Title: Junior Civil Engineer - GIS Technician

Location: Town Hall & Field

Bargaining Unit: Non-Union

Summary

The Town of Shrewsbury, a full-service local government known for high performance and creativity, is seeking a methodical and driven individual to join our team as a Junior Civil Engineer - GIS Technician. This dynamic role offers the unique opportunity to shape Shrewsbury's future by providing critical engineering support and advanced mapping input on a diverse range of municipal and private development projects. If you are ready to combine technical design skills with modern data analytics to improve our community’s infrastructure, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in all aspects of the roadway and utility infrastructure programs, including planning, design, contract and specifications development, procurement, project execution, and construction inspection. Perform in-house designs using AutoCAD. Develop, execute, and file project as-built plans, specifications, and details according to Department standards.
• Assist in the development of design standards for municipal utilities and enhancement of the Department’s protocols and procedures.
• Perform field investigations, quality assurance, and construction inspections on municipal projects to ensure compliance with specifications, safety standards, and local/state codes. You will also document field observations, track deficiencies, and maintain comprehensive inspection and test records.
• Build, update, and maintain authoritative GIS infrastructure and utility datasets by incorporating CAD as-built plans, converting legacy paper-based inventories (e.g., road markings, street signs, and sidewalks), and collecting new spatial data in the field using RTK GPS.
• Collaborate with the Planning Board, Conservation Commission, Select Board, SELCO, and other Town departments.
• Assist in the Storm Water Division to ensure compliance with the EPA’s MS4 permit, including reviewing permits and inspecting stormwater runoff.
• Respond to resident, developer, and contractor requests for information.
• Administer or assist with other special projects and programs and perform other work as assigned.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering, GIS, or a related field required
• Related professional experience preferred
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience
• Engineer in Training (EIT) and OSHA 10 Certificate preferred
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License required
• Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D, HydroCAD, ESRI/ArcGIS, and MS Office/Google Suite
  
  

Skills

• Thorough knowledge of civil engineering principles and local/state/federal regulations
• Ability to interpret engineering plans and specifications
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  
  

Work Hours & Benefits

The Junior Civil Engineer works 37.5 hours per week, with overtime as needed, from the Public Works’ office suite at the Shrewsbury Town Hall and also spends time working out in the field. The Town of Shrewsbury offers a competitive benefits package, including health insurance, pension, an extensive employee assistance program, a comprehensive family & medical leave program, the opportunity for professional development, and competitive paid time off in the form of sick, personal, and vacation days.

How to Apply

For more information, please review the full job description. When applying for this position, a cover letter and resume may be sent via email to Benjamin Astill, Human Resources Coordinator, at jobs@shrewsburyma.gov, indicating the position you are applying for in the subject line. The position is open until filled, with an initial review of applicants on August 3, 2026.