Civil Engineer Transportation Advanced - Construction Engineer - $3,000 Sign on Bonus!

State of Wisconsin; Waukesha (WI); Hybrid; USD 92,768 - 112,237; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3.5 weeks of paid leave

Health, vision, and dental benefits

Flexible work schedules

Generous pension plan

Well Wisconsin Wellness Program

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin is looking for a Civil Engineer Transportation Advanced to join the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Located in Waukesha, this role involves managing complex transportation improvement projects through various phases, including construction and design. The position allows for remote work within Wisconsin, with a hybrid schedule requiring at least two days in the office.

Qualified candidates must have a valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain Wisconsin PE registration within three months. The salary ranges from $92,768 to $112,237 annually, along with benefits such as paid leave and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Professional Engineering registration is required, with the ability to obtain Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if registered in another state.

Responsibilities

• Manage transportation improvement projects in construction and design phases.
• Handle project management responsibilities for scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and quality.
• Occasionally serve as a construction leader for major projects.

Education

Valid Professional Engineering registration

Job description

Introduction

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation System Development, Southeast Region is seeking a Civil Engineer Transportation Advanced. This position will be headquartered at 141 NW Barstow Street in Waukesha, WI.

Hybrid work schedule: At least 2 days per week are required to be at the Waukesha State Office Building. Remote work (telework) is expected from within the State of Wisconsin for employees on a hybrid schedule.

Position Summary

This role functions as a Civil Engineer within the Project Development Section. The engineer uses independent discretion and judgment on transportation improvement projects in both construction and design phases, managing activities on multiple projects, including highly complex ones. Roles include project management responsibilities for scoping, scheduling, budgeting, and overall project quality, and occasionally serving as a construction leader for major projects.

Fieldwork may require independent travel throughout the Southeast Region, occasional statewide travel, and working outdoors in various weather conditions.

Salary Information

Position schedule-range 14-13 with an annual salary of $92,768–$112,237, plus benefits. A twelve‑month probationary period applies. Current state employees receive pay consistent with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan.

Benefits

• 3.5 weeks of paid leave (e.g., 9 paid holidays and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year)
• Health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment)
• Flexible work schedules and telework options depending on position requirements
• Exceptionally generous pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• Confidential employee assistance program offering tools, resources, and professional consultation for employees and immediate family dependents

Qualifications

• Valid Professional Engineering registration, with the ability to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if registration is from another state.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity employer. The Department of Transportation also offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service‑connected disability. Veterans may apply via the Veterans Non‑Competitive Appointment program.