Transportation Engineer ; Engineering - Division of Bridges
Listed on 2026-06-12
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Structural Engineer, Operations Engineer, Environmental Compliance
Recruitment #FQ-001
Location:
Newington, CT
Date Opened: 6/6/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary: $105,729 - $148,850/year (Salary commensurate with education and/or experience)
Job Type: Open to the Public
Close Date: 6/22/2026 11:59:00 PM
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT), is now accepting applications for a Transportation Engineer 3 (Engineering) position within the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, Division of Bridges at our Headquarters in Newington, CT.
This posting will be used to fill positions in Consultant Bridge Design CLE Program, Bridge Management, Rail Bridges & Structures, Major Bridge and any other unit within the Division of Bridges.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS- Monday - Friday
- Full-time (40 hours per week)
- First shift
- Location:
Newington, CT - Hybrid (in-office/telework) and alternate work schedules may be available.
Transportation Engineer 3 positions in the Division of Bridges provide lead technical and project management services that directly support the safety, capacity, and efficiency of the State of Connecticut’s transportation infrastructure. Engineers in these roles take on complex and challenging structural engineering assignments and contribute to impactful statewide programs in areas such as Consultant Bridge Design CLE Program, Bridge Management, Rail Bridges & Structures, Major Bridges, and other units within the Division.
The Division of Bridges oversees and advances the State’s inventory of highway and rail bridges, as well as other critical transportation structures including span poles, mast arms, overhead highway sign supports, and highmast lighting. Engineers support capital projects and program initiatives by overseeing consultant deliverables, managing project and budget performance, coordinating with stakeholders, and applying data driven asset management tools as needed.
Depending on the assigned unit, Transportation Engineer 3’s may:
- Lead coordination with consulting engineering firms in the development of bridge rehabilitation, replacement, or major structure projects;
- Manage structural design tasks, alternatives analyses, technical reviews, and contract document development for bridges and transportation structures;
- Support the development and implementation of asset management strategies, including data collection, analysis, and lifecycle planning for the statewide bridge inventory;
- Oversee engineering work for rail bridge and structure projects requiring specialized knowledge of railroad operations, loading, and agency coordination;
- Contribute to the planning and execution of major bridge projects requiring large scale design efforts, multidisciplinary coordination, and advanced structural engineering judgment.
Throughout project delivery, engineers in the Division of Bridges follow projects from concept through design and into construction, working closely with municipalities, utilities, consultants, and internal DOT units. During construction, they review contractor developed drawings and calculations, ensure adherence to project specifications, and provide timely engineering support to resolve unforeseen field conditions.
APPLICATION DETAILS- Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc., both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary, and must possess and retain a valid driver’s license.=
- Please list your Driver’s license number, expiration date, and issuing State in the "Licenses and Professional Certifications" section of your application. If applicable, please also list your Professional Engineer (PE) license number and expiration date, Engineer in Training licensure, and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold.
As one of Connecticut's largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five 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…
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