Transportation Engineer 3 (Engineering) (Division of Bridges

Introduction

Do you want to be part of a great team of engineers who are shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut? If so, read below and apply today!

• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance for all employees
• Work for an award‑winning agency (CTDOT has been awarded Employer of the Year by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar CT Employer of the Year for 2024)
• Convenience of on‑site, low‑cost fitness center, cafeteria, and electric vehicle charging at our new headquarters; ample free parking and easy public‑transport access

Monday – Friday, full‑time (40 hours/week), first shift.

Location:

Newington, CT. Hybrid (in‑office/telework) and alternate work schedules may be available.

• Salary effective 6/26/26
• Salary commensurate with education and/or experience

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 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.

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.

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, 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.

• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices involved in transportation engineering such as bridge design, foundations, highway design, transportation facilities design, transportation planning, maintenance, drainage or hydraulics, research, pavement design, pavement management and traffic;
• Knowledge of operational methodologies and established policies;
• Knowledge of administrative and financial controls with respect to transportation engineering plans, contracts, projects and reports;
• Considerable analytical, problem‑solving and technical report development skills;
• Interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
• Considerable ability to interpret and apply principles of information systems and technologies;
• Ability to analyze plans and estimates;
• Supervisory ability.

A Bachelor’s degree…