Transportation Engineer Trainee; Construction Engineering FS

Introduction

Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut? If so, join our great team of engineering and construction management professionals and make an impact! Current students who will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management by the end of May 2026 are strongly encouraged to apply.

The State of Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is now accepting applications for Transportation Engineer Trainee (Construction Engineering) positions in the Office of Construction, Bureau of Engineering and Construction.

• State Employee Benefits Overview page
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• Opportunity to join an award‑winning agency – CTDOT recently awarded Employer of the Year

• Monday – Friday
• Full‑time, 40 hours per week
• First shift
• Locations:
  New Haven, Newington, Norwich, Rocky Hill, and Thomaston
• Eligible for telework after successful completion of training period in accordance with the Telework Policy
• Position is part of the P‑4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit

Applicants must be available for travel, hold a valid motor vehicle operator’s license, and provide all required license numbers, expiration dates, and issuing states in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of the application.

• Problem solve, recommend, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner
• Contribute to providing safe and efficient transportation improvements for the traveling public
• Utilize CAD software (Micro Station) and Microsoft Word/Excel
• Read and analyze or prepare construction plans and estimates

Transportation Engineer Trainee: $72,629 annually. After one year of successful completion of the training program, promotion to Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering) with a salary range of $81,047 – $99,673 annually. After two years as a Transportation Engineer 1, promotion to Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering) with a salary range of $91,244 – $117,842 annually.

The mission of the DOT is to provide a safe and efficient intermodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region.

• Bachelor's degree
• Licensure or equivalencies:
  Professional Engineer (PE), Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT), Land Surveyor (LS), Land Surveyor‑In‑Training (LSIT);
  Level III certifications from NICET or NPS; AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) at WI level or above; 20‑302 may be substituted for general experience requirement.

• Experience in relevant engineering or construction management area
• Experience with engineering‑related computer software and/or construction management software
• Experience working collaboratively in a team to meet goals and objectives
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written) using Microsoft Office Suite and Share Point
• Experience interpreting construction plans and specifications
• Ability to track and prioritize activities or projects while adhering to deadlines and producing deliverables
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam

• Must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license
• Must travel

Incumbents may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from highway or construction site environments and may experience moderate discomfort from year‑round weather conditions.

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.