Remote Clinical Engineering Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

Salary : $101,474.00 - $179,619.00 Annually
Location : 100 Edison Park Dr Gaithersburg MD 20878 USA
Job Type: Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 2026-00460
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: DOT 50 Transportation Engineering Administration
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 9/21/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Exempt
About the Position
Please note: The salary range above represents the earning potential for this position. The anticipated hiring range for this position will be $101,474 to $174,414, based on the candidate's qualifications and experience.
WHO WE ARE
Montgomery County Department of Transportation's (MCDOT) mission is to move people and connect places with seamless, equitable transportation options that are safe, environmentally responsible, and support economic growth and vibrancy in Montgomery County. MCDOT supports its residents, commuters, and visitors with transit options and infrastructure that provide seamless public transportation.
WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR
MCDOT is seeking an experienced Engineering Services Manager (Manager III) to serve in the Division of Transportation Engineering (DTE). This role is responsible for overseeing and managing the Division's Operating and Capital Improvement Program budgets. The position tracks expenditures and reports to the Division Chief and to the Program Managers within the Division. Special focus is given to areas such as the development of quarterly budget analysis reports, updating Division databases, and managing/addressing personnel issues and associated training. The Engineering Services Section supports contracts, purchases, and financial analysis, as well as managing the Division's Human Resources Liaison. Additionally, this position coordinates the creation of formal positions and financial impact analyses for State legislation while providing guidance to the Management and Budget Specialist.
The selected candidate is:

• Detail oriented, organized, timely and reliable.
• Highly motivated, self-sufficient and a problem solver.
• Professional, can convey information efficiently, and work well with people at all job levels from field personnel to management.
• Effective in communicating technical and non-technical information.
• A collaborator who excels at developing partnerships and can manage projects and tasks professionally, effectively, and equitably with managers, staff, consultants, and stakeholders.

What You'll Be Doing
The selected applicant will be responsible for managing financial, human resources, and administrative functions for the Montgomery County Department of Transportation's Division of Transportation Engineering. This includes directing the preparation of the annual Capital and Operating budgets for the Division, ensuring coordination across multiple sections, monitoring budget implementation, and making adjustments to both budgets based on the County's fiscal goals. Providing approval for all expenditures related to the Division's operating budget. Managing and supervising the administrative staff and overseeing personnel matters and transactions. The position is responsible for:
Annual CIP and Operating Budgets for Division

• Oversees the development of annual capital and operating budgets.
• Coordinates preparation and submission with the Director's Office.
• Monitors budget implementation and adjusts both budgets as required to comply with the County's fiscal goals.
• Reviews and ensures the accuracy of and provides the final approval authority for all expenditures related to the Division's operating budget.
• Ensuring timely preparation and production of complex CIP budget and reports.

Financial Oversight

• Monitors implementation of capital projects to ensure expenditures are properly recorded on schedule and within budget.
• Reviews and approves payments and requisitions in Oracle.
• Reviews and approves payments in the P-card system.
• Responds to requests regarding financial issues.
• Monitors monthly operating budget expenditures and recommends actions to meet budget objectives.
• Facilitates and ensures solicitations are processed in a timely manner and are in compliance with procurement regulations.

Supervision of Administrative Staff

• Managing and supervising the administrative staff handling the preparation of requisitions/purchase orders.
• Processing of invoices and oversight of P-card purchases.
• Develops employee work plans and conducts performance reviews and appraisals.

Personnel Actions or Division

• Working with the Office of Human Resources, managing the preparation of position descriptions.
• Advertises vacant positions, interviews, and onboarding of new hires.
• Assists and provides guidance to Division managers regarding disciplinary actions and work improvement plans.
• Tracks and reports on Division vacancies and employees' completion of required training.

Additional Information:
Interview Process (Writing Sample Inclusion): Please note that as part of the interview process, candidates will be asked to complete a short, job-related writing sample. This exercise helps us assess communication skills relevant to the position.
Professional Work Hours: Please note that the schedule may include occasional evening and/or weekend availability.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience: Five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in transportation or business management.
Education: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree.
Equivalency: An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
License: Possession and maintenance at all times of a valid Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from the applicant's state of residence.
Medical Protocol: This position requires completion of a pre-employment Medical History Form to assess your ability to safely perform the essential duties of the role.
Probationary Period: Individuals appointed to this class will be required to serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Individuals promoted to this class will be required to serve a probationary period of six (6) months. During the probationary period, performance will be carefully evaluated. Continuation in this class will be contingent upon successful completion of the probationary period.
Preferred Criteria, Interview Preferences
(Preferred Criteria) The applications of those individuals meeting the minimum qualifications will be reviewed to determine the extent, relevance of training, and experience in the following areas:

• Degree in civil engineering or business administration discipline.
• At least three (3) years of which were in a supervisory or executive capacity.
• Experience in managing subordinates.
• Experience working with regulations and processes related to budgeting, financial management, procurement, and human resources.
• Experience in business management, operational oversight, and budget development for large transportation engineering projects.
• Experience developing and tracking performance measures

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Office of Human Resources (OHR) reviews the minimum qualifications of all applicants, irrespective of whether the candidate has previously been found to have met the minimum requirements for the job or been temporarily promoted to the same position. This evaluation is based solely on the information contained in the application/resume submitted for this specific position.
Montgomery County Government(MCG) is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, the County will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities, in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should email OHR at Hiring@montgomerycountymd.gov. Individual determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made in accordance with all applicable laws.
MCG also provides hiring preference to certain categories of veterans and veterans/persons with a disability. For more information and to claim employment preference, refer to the Careers webpage on Hiring Preference.
All applicants will respond to a series of questions related to their education, relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities required to minimally perform the job. The applicant's responses in conjunction with their resume and all other information provided in the employment application process will be evaluated to determine the minimum qualifications and preferred criteria or interview preference status. Based on the results, the highest qualified applicants will be placed on an Eligible List and may be considered for an interview. Employees meeting minimum qualifications who are the same grade will be placed on the Eligible List as a "Lateral Transfer" candidate and may be considered for an interview.
This will establish an Eligible List that may be used to fill both current and future vacancies.
If selected for consideration for this position, you may be required to provide evidence that you possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities indicated on your resume.
Montgomery County Ethics Law: Except as provided by law or regulation, the County's "Public Employees" (which does not include employees of the Sheriff's office) are subject to the County's ethics law including the requirements to obtain advanced approval of any outside employment and the prohibitions on certain outside employment. The outside employment requirements of the ethics law can be found at 19A-12 of the County Code. Additional information about outside employment can be obtained from the Ethics Commission website.
Leave Benefits
Our generous leave package starts with non-MLS permanent and term employees earning 15 days of sick leave and 15 days of annual leave in their first year, as well as up to three additional personal days each calendar year. Positions in MLS earn 35 days of paid time off each year. In addition, we offer all employees 10 paid holidays. Our leave policies adhere to the Family Medical Leave Act of 1993, and we provide six weeks of paid parental leave for new parents.
Retirement Benefits
All permanent and term positions are eligible for robust retirement plans. Public safety positions are eligible for a defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after only five years. Employees in non-public safety positions can participate in retirement plans that contribute up to 12 percent of their annual salary. All employees can also participate in a supplemental retirement plan, the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan, to contribute even more to their retirement goals.
Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness
Montgomery County employees are eligible to participate in the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Participants who meet all requirements may qualify for forgiveness on the remaining balance on their Direct Loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments under a qualifying repayment plan while working full-time in a qualifying public service position. To learn more about PSLF, please visit the Student Loan Repayment Benefits page. Our tuition assistance program allows you to receive up to $2,130 annually in tuition assistance to help you achieve a degree that supports your career path.
Free Mass Transit Benefit
County employees are entitled to use the RideOn Bus service for free with a valid County-employee ID. This benefit can be used any time of the day or evening, including weekends. We also offer a pre-tax flexible spending account to reduce the cost of other mass-transit options such as MARC trains and Metro.
Reduced Child and Health Care Costs
Working for Montgomery County also entitles permanent and term employees to participate in healthcare and childcare Flexible Spending Accounts. These plans allow eligible employees to save on a pretax basis for healthcare and dependent care costs incurred during the plan year.
Employee Wellbeing
We deeply care about your holistic wellness. Our award-winning wellness program, LiveWell, will support you in improving and maintaining your physical, mental, financial, social, and intellectual well-being.
Learn more about our wonderful benefits available to you once you join our team. Montgomery County Benefits
01
What is your highest level of completed education?

• N/A
• High School/GED
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Juris Doctor
• Doctorate

02
How many years of progressively responsible professional experience in transportation or business management do you have?

• Less than 1 year or No Experience
• 1 Year Experience
• 2 Years Experience
• 3 Years Experience
• 4 Years of Experience
• 5 Years of Experience
• 6 Years of Experinece
• 7 Years of Experience
• 8 Years of Experience
• 9+ Years of Experience

03
Pertaining to those years of progressively responsible professional experience in transportation or business management, do you have 3 years of experience in a supervisory or executive position?

• Yes
• No

04
Do you possess and currently maintain a VALID Class "C" (or equivalent) driver's license from your state of residence?

• Yes
• No

05
Do you ha