Civil Engineer I - Traffic Design Unit

State of Vermont; Barre Town (VT); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical premium

Dental plan

Paid holidays

Leave plan

FMLI

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

The State of Vermont is seeking a Civil Engineer I to join the Traffic Design Unit in Barre. You’ll design safe roadways, advance projects through the full lifecycle, and collaborate with engineers and experts across the Agency.

This in-office role offers some telework opportunities and a path for professional growth in public service. Minimum qualifications include a civil engineering degree (or associates with experience/Intern licensure) and a current senior in a related program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related technical field.
• Associate degree plus two years of engineering experience OR Engineer Intern licensure.
• College senior in final year of civil engineering or allied program.

Responsibilities

• Design projects like traffic signals, roundabouts, and multimodal facilities.
• Advance projects through scoping, design, review and construction.
• Prepare plan sets, specifications, and cost estimates under guidance.
• Analyze safety and operations to shape practical solutions.
• Occasional field visits to connect design decisions with conditions.

Education

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or related field

Associate degree + 2 years of engineering experience or Engineer Intern licensure

Senior college student in final year of relevant program

Job description

Overview

The Agency of Transportation's Traffic Design Unit is looking for a motivated civil engineer who's excited to design safer, more efficient roadways and grow their career in public service. The Traffic Design Unit develops engineering designs for projects that improve user safety and increase roadway capacity of Vermont's transportation network. You'll collaborate with subject matter experts across the Agency and contribute at every stage of project development.

What You'll Do

• Design projects that make an impact like traffic signals, roundabouts, intersection realignments, and multimodal facilities.
• Advance projects through the full lifecycle from scoping through design and review to construction.
• Learn to prepare plan sets, specifications, and cost estimates under the guidance of experienced engineers.
• Analyze safety and operations and help shape practical, buildable solutions.
• Join occasional field visits and site reviews to connect design decisions with real-world conditions.

Why This Role Is Great For New Engineers

• Learn by doing: Work on diverse projects with tangible community impact.
• Mentorship and collaboration: Partner with seasoned engineers and multidisciplinary experts.
• Professional growth: Build skills in traffic design, project development, and communication, with plenty of opportunities for advancement.
• Public service mission: Help make Vermont's roads safer and more accessible for everyone.

The official workstation is in Barre, and occasional field work is part of the role. This is an in-office position with some telework opportunities.

Flexible start dates are available, and college seniors can begin after graduation, with start dates as late as June 2027.

Who May Apply

This position, Civil Engineer I - Traffic Design Unit (Job Requisition #55761), is open to all State employees and external applicants.

If you would like more information about this position, please contact [e-mail].

Environmental Factors

Duties are generally performed in both office and field settings for which private means of transportation must be available. Fieldwork may involve exposure to hazardous materials, traffic hazards, and construction sites during all weather conditions and may involve traversing rough terrain and bodies of water. Some work outside of regular working hours, including attendance at public meetings, may be required. Strong differences of opinion may be encountered on a regular basis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field.
• Associates degree in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field AND two (2) years of experience in engineering OR licensure as an Engineer Intern.
• College senior in the final year of a bachelor's degree program in civil engineering, construction management, architectural engineering, or related technical field.

Special Requirements

Candidate in final year of bachelor's degree must successfully graduate prior to start date.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

• 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
• Work/Life balance: 12 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
• State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
• Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
• Low cost group life insurance
• Incentive-based Wellness Program
• Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.