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Transportation Engineer Trainee; Engineering - FS
Job in
Newington, Hartford County, Connecticut, 06111, USA
Listed on 2026-02-17
Listing for:
State of Connecticut
Full Time, Apprenticeship/Internship
position Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Environmental Compliance, Safety Engineer -
Transportation
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Introduction
Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut?
If so, come join our great team of engineering professionals and make an ImpaCT!
Current students who will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering by the end of May 2026 are strongly encouraged to apply!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is now accepting applications for Transportation Engineer Trainee positions at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT! Transportation Engineer Trainees work in many different capacities agency-wide. Positions are available throughout the Bureau of Engineering and Construction.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:
* Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
* Professional growth and development opportunities
* A healthy work/life balance to all employees
* Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was 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:
* Full Time, 40 hours per week
* Monday through Friday
* First shift
* Location:
Positions available at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT
* 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
* This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy which can be found here. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site in the office.
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
The successful candidate will have experience with:
* Utilizing engineering-related computer software
* Working as part of a team
* Providing verbal and written communication to a diverse population, including presentation skills
* Using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Access
* Multitasking and managing large workloads
* SALARY/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
Promotional Opportunity
Salary
Transportation Engineer Trainee
$72,629/annually
After successful completion of a one (1) year training program, you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 1 (Engineering) or Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering)
$81,047-$99,673/annually
After successful completion of two (2) years as a Transportation Engineer 1, you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 2
$91,244-$117,842/annually
APPLICATION DETAILS
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.
ABOUT US
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. To learn more about our mission, vision and values, please . Visit our website to learn more about the Connecticut DOT!
Watch the videos 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 application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and…
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