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Transportation Engineer Trainee; Construction Engineering - FS
Job in
New Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut, 06501, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
State of Connecticut
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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 2027 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, in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
* Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
* Professional growth and development opportunities
* A healthy work/life balance to all employees
* Join an award winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women's Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
* Monday - Friday.
* Full Time, 40 hours per week.
* First shift.
* Location:
Positions available in New Haven, Newington, Norwich, Rocky Hill, and Thomaston
* This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found here.
* In the P-4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit.
APPLICATION DETAILS
* Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc.
* A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained.
* Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Engineer in Training license number (if applicable), and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold, in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application.
THE ROLE
Transportation Engineer Trainees work in many different capacities agency-wide. Transportation Engineer Trainee positions are available throughout the Bureau of Engineering and Construction. Discover the opportunity to:
* Problem solve, recommend, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
* Contribute to providing safe and efficient transportation improvements for the traveling public
* Utilize computer aided design software (Micro Station) and other applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
* Read and analyze or prepare construction plans and estimates.
* SALARY/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Salary effective 06/26/2026. Max of the Target Level for Transportation Engineer 2.
Promotional Opportunity
Salary
Transportation Engineer Trainee
$76,307/annually
After successful completion of a one (1) year training program, you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering)
$85,151-$104,720
annually
After successful completion of two (2) years as a Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering), you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering)
$95,865-$123,809
annually
ABOUT US
As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve.
Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged.
Learn more about our mission, vision, and values by clicking here!
Watch the video below to learn what Transportation Engineers do at the Connecticut DOT!
Selection Plan
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BEFORE YOU APPLY:
* Meet
Minimum Qualifications:
Ensure you meet the
Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
* Educational Credits:
List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
* Resume Policy:
Per Public Act 21-69, resumes are not accepted during the initial…
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