Engineering Manager Jobs in Massachusetts
Engineering Manager jobs in Massachusetts are in strong demand, with the state ranking among the most active markets in the country for technical leadership roles concentrated in life sciences, defense, robotics, and enterprise software. Most hiring centers on Greater Boston, Cambridge, and the Route 128 corridor, where employers like Raytheon Technologies, MathWorks, and Thermo Fisher Scientific maintain significant engineering operations. The most sought-after specializations include hardware systems engineering, software platform management, and biotech manufacturing process engineering. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Position Summary
The State Construction Engineer assists the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction in overseeing the Statewide Road and Bridge Construction Program. This includes the following tasks: evaluating construction contract bids; reviewing and approving contract documents for amendments, payments and contract closeout; and tracking spending. In addition, the position is responsible for troubleshooting field issues; responding to complaints and inquiries; serving on various department committees and setting policy and procedure for construction contract management.
This position is critical for ensuring that MassDOT – Highway staff and construction contractors comply with established departmental standards for safety, quality, performance and cost controls as well as for ensuring that those policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the Commonwealth.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction in directing the implementation of all policies, programs, and procedures which are formulated and mandated by law relative to construction operations. Review and approve contract documentation to support construction spending statewide including bid evaluations, recommending contract awards, funding documents and contract amendments.
- Recommend and draft changes to standards specifications and standard operating procedures for the Construction Division.
- Respond to requests from the District construction personnel to assist with problem resolution, both technical issues and procedural issues. Develop both short and long –term Construction plans for MassDOT in accordance with the mission and goals established, while facilitating and enhancing the delivery of Construction services throughout the Commonwealth.
- As a key representative for the Deputy Administrator and Construction Section, the Construction Engineer serves on the Prequalification Committee, the Claims Committee, the Cost Recovery Committee, the Specifications Committee and other Committees as necessary.
- Innovate, lead and supervise professional level staff including the Assistant Construction Engineer, Claims Manager, Area Engineers and construction financial staff. In close collaboration with the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction, the Construction Engineer will direct and ensure a cohesive agency wide approach to construction operations. The Construction Engineer will contribute to fulfilling and exemplifying the Secretary’s and Deputy Administrator’s goals by developing and implementing a comprehensive plan to increase and improve construction operations for the Commonwealth.
Other duties, as assigned such as:
- Act as Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction Engineering when absent.
- Compile cost and schedule information to support management decision making.
- Respond to Contractor inquiries regarding payments, contract amendments and field issues.
- Respond to FOIA requests.
- Respond to requests from oversight agencies and departments related to evaluation of MassDOT construction program performance for SWRB programs.
Pre-Hire Process
A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references.
About MassDOT
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
HighwayJobs
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
At least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in: Engineering work in construction, construction management, construction/bridge/tunnel or building inspection, electrical, HVAC, traffic, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, facility, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils or materials testing. Of which (B) at least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity.
A current and valid Massachusetts Professional Engineer’s (PE) License may substitute for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts PE license may be required.
For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
- For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park PlazaJob
: EngineeringAgency
: Massachusetts Department of TransportationSchedule
: Full-timeShift
: DayJob Posting
: Sep 25, 2026, 1:12:05 PMNumber of Openings
: 1Salary
: 134,054.08 - 207,578.79 YearlyPosition Summary
The State Construction Engineer assists the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction in overseeing the Statewide Road and Bridge Construction Program. This includes the following tasks: evaluating construction contract bids; reviewing and approving contract documents for amendments, payments and contract closeout; and tracking spending. In addition, the position is responsible for troubleshooting field issues; responding to complaints and inquiries; serving on various department committees and setting policy and procedure for construction contract management.
This position is critical for ensuring that MassDOT – Highway staff and construction contractors comply with established departmental standards for safety, quality, performance and cost controls as well as for ensuring that those policies and procedures are implemented consistently across the Commonwealth.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Advise the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction in directing the implementation of all policies, programs, and procedures which are formulated and mandated by law relative to construction operations. Review and approve contract documentation to support construction spending statewide including bid evaluations, recommending contract awards, funding documents and contract amendments.
- Recommend and draft changes to standards specifications and standard operating procedures for the Construction Division.
- Respond to requests from the District construction personnel to assist with problem resolution, both technical issues and procedural issues. Develop both short and long –term Construction plans for MassDOT in accordance with the mission and goals established, while facilitating and enhancing the delivery of Construction services throughout the Commonwealth.
- As a key representative for the Deputy Administrator and Construction Section, the Construction Engineer serves on the Prequalification Committee, the Claims Committee, the Cost Recovery Committee, the Specifications Committee and other Committees as necessary.
- Innovate, lead and supervise professional level staff including the Assistant Construction Engineer, Claims Manager, Area Engineers and construction financial staff. In close collaboration with the Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction, the Construction Engineer will direct and ensure a cohesive agency wide approach to construction operations. The Construction Engineer will contribute to fulfilling and exemplifying the Secretary’s and Deputy Administrator’s goals by developing and implementing a comprehensive plan to increase and improve construction operations for the Commonwealth.
Other duties, as assigned such as:
- Act as Deputy Administrator / Chief of Construction Engineering when absent.
- Compile cost and schedule information to support management decision making.
- Respond to Contractor inquiries regarding payments, contract amendments and field issues.
- Respond to FOIA requests.
- Respond to requests from oversight agencies and departments related to evaluation of MassDOT construction program performance for SWRB programs.
Pre-Hire Process
A finalist for this position must be able to pass a comprehensive background check including a criminal record check, Department of Revenue (DOR) check, and employment references.
About MassDOT
The 4,000+ employees of Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) take great pride in connecting the Commonwealth’s residents and communities. MassDOT is responsible for developing, implementing, and coordinating transportation policies and projects for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to efficiently plan, design, construct, and maintain a safe statewide transportation system which effectively meets the transportation needs of the Commonwealth. Information about MassDOT’s culture and career opportunities can be found at mass.gov/massdot-careers.
MassDOT’s divisions include Highway, Registry of Motor Vehicles, Aeronautics, and Rail & Transit. Headquarters (Planning & Enterprise Services) provides business and administrative support and policy leadership for each of the four (4) divisions.
HighwayJobs
Qualifications
Minimum Entrance Requirements
This requisition will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those applicants that apply within the first 14 days.
Current MassDOT employees should use their internal MassCareers account to apply.
All job applications must be submitted online through MassCareers to be considered.
Please provide a complete, accurate and current resume / application for MassDOT to review in order to determine if your submitted materials meet the minimum entrance requirements for the position.
At least (A) seven (7) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in: Engineering work in construction, construction management, construction/bridge/tunnel or building inspection, electrical, HVAC, traffic, survey, design, transportation, hydraulics, structural, facility, sanitary, drafting, environmental, highway, architectural, airport, soils or materials testing. Of which (B) at least three (3) years must have been in a managerial capacity.
A current and valid Massachusetts Professional Engineer’s (PE) License may substitute for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. Based on assignment, a current and valid Massachusetts PE license may be required.
For questions regarding the job posting, please email the MassDOT Talent Acquisition Team at talentacquisition@dot.state.ma.us.
- For general questions regarding MassDOT, call the Human Resources Service Center at 857‐368‐4722.
- For a disability‐related reasonable accommodation or alternative application method, call the ADA Coordinator, Lucy Bayard, at 857‐274‐1935.
Comprehensive Benefits
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards!
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role.
Primary Location
: United States-Massachusetts-Boston-10 Park PlazaJob
: EngineeringAgency
: Massachusetts Department of TransportationSchedule
: Full-timeShift
: DayJob Posting
: Sep 25, 2026, 1:12:05 PMNumber of Openings
: 1Salary
: 134,054.08 - 207,578.79 YearlySee All 125+ Engineering Manager Jobs in Massachusetts
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Engineering Manager Job Market in Massachusetts
A snapshot from current Massachusetts openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Whoop10
- Teradyne8
- General Dynamics Mission Systems5
- Formlabs4
- CVS Health4
Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing
- Education
- Insurance
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
What Massachusetts Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in engineering manager jobs across Massachusetts.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, computer science, or a related technical field
- Five or more years of hands-on engineering experience before moving into a management role
- Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional engineering teams through full product development cycles
- Proficiency with agile methodologies, sprint planning, and engineering project delivery frameworks
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between technical teams and business stakeholders
- Familiarity with Massachusetts-relevant domains such as defense systems, medtech, or robotics platforms
Engineering Manager Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a engineering manager in Massachusetts?
The most direct path is to build several years of individual contributor engineering experience, then move into a lead or principal engineer role before stepping into management. Massachusetts employers, particularly in life sciences and defense, strongly favor candidates with a relevant engineering degree. Some large Massachusetts companies run formal engineering leadership development programs that accelerate the transition into management without requiring an MBA.
Which companies hire engineering managers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring engineering managers in Massachusetts right now include Whoop, Teradyne, and General Dynamics Mission Systems, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Massachusetts's deep concentration of defense contractors, biotech firms, and enterprise software companies means hiring tends to be consistent year-round rather than tied to seasonal spikes.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most engineering manager jobs?
Boston, Wilmington, and North Reading have the most engineering manager openings in Massachusetts. Greater Boston and Cambridge dominate due to their dense clusters of biotech, software, and research institutions, while the Route 128 corridor around Waltham and Burlington draws significant hiring from defense and industrial technology employers anchored in the suburbs.
Are there remote engineering manager jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely software-focused roles. About 57% of engineering manager openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the role's frequent need for on-site team oversight. The aspects of the job most likely to go remote are strategic planning, roadmap review, and cross-team coordination rather than hands-on lab or manufacturing oversight.
How can I get hired as a engineering manager in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to move into a tech lead or senior engineer role first, then make the case for a management opportunity internally. Massachusetts employers in biotech and defense, such as those along the Route 128 corridor, often promote from within and run rotational engineering programs for early-career professionals. Building a portfolio of mentorship, cross-team project ownership, or technical documentation work gives candidates an edge when applying for first-time manager openings.
Where can I find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to engineering manager jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current Massachusetts openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your background and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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