Transportation Engineer In Training

Be a part of an innovative and collaborative team driving a safer transportation system for Arizona.

EIT Program
1801 W Jefferson Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007

Anticipated Salary: $66,477.84

Grade: 22

Closing Date:
November 23, 2026

Applies engineering technology to the planning, functional design, operation and management of transportation facilities. This provides for the safe, efficient, and economical movement of people and goods. Assignments require working in the field in various weather conditions and in-state overnight travel. Rotates during Engineering-in-Training (EIT) program through different areas of assignment including construction, project management, and design.

This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.

The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.

• Performs engineering duties and tasks related to project development, construction, and operations with oversight from supervisors
• Assist with design plans, utilize design softwares and receive on-the-job coaching & feedback
• Analyze data related to materials, safety, construction parameters and specifications

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

• Project design process, plan preparation and fundamental design concepts for roadways, bridges and associated traffic.
• Project development process including funding scope and scheduling.
• Construction means and methods as well as construction standards and specification.
• Design and construction contract and the administration associated with these contracts.
• Engineering related to transportation systems and maintenance operation.
• Google Workspace

• Use of engineering and design software
• The development and construction of transportation projects

• Prepare both design and construction cost estimates for projects.
• Work in inclement weather conditions.

Bachelors of Science in Civil Engineering or a similar field or four years experience in transportation engineering field.

Fundamental of Engineering (FE) Certification has to be completed by 2 years from their state hire date.

This position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job, and the following requirements apply. Any employee operating a motor vehicle on State business must possess and retain a current, valid class-appropriate driver’s license, complete all required training, and successfully pass all necessary driver’s license record checks. The license must be current, unexpired, and neither revoked nor suspended.

Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete all required driver training. An employee who operates a personally owned vehicle on state business shall maintain the statutorily required liability insurance (see Arizona Administrative Code (A.A.C.) R).

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

The Arizona Department of Administration offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10…