Transportation Engineer 1 (TCE) - Engineering, PN 20054893

State of Ohio; New Philadelphia (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 holidays per year

Pension plan with employer contribute

Medical/dentical/vision benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ohio Department of Transportation in Ohio is looking for a Transportation Engineer 1 to begin a structured training program and rotations through core civil engineering disciplines. The program includes a 12-month plan and scheduled rotations across Planning & Engineering, Construction, and Highway Maintenance.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering with an EIT eligibility. ODOT offers paid time off, holidays, and a pension plan as part of the benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; Accepted for Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.
• Civil Engineering
• This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.

Responsibilities

• You will receive a thorough introduction to the three core civil engineering disciplines.
• You will work along side of ODOT professional engineers.
• You will receive hands‑on transportation training & experience needed to further your career as an engineer with ODOT.

Job description

Organization

Transportation - District 11

Agency Contact Name and Information : District 11 Human Resources

Unposting Date

Oct 17, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

District 11 HQ 2201 Reiser Avenue New Philadelphia 44663

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Tuscarawas County-New Philadelphia

Compensation : $31.47

Schedule

Full-time

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Civil Engineering

Technical Skills : Engineering, Civil Engineering

Professional Skills : Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Time Management

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Transportation Engineer 1 hire will complete ODOT’s Transportation Civil Engineering Program to include a 12 month training plan & scheduled rotation through the department’s core engineering disciplines; Planning & Engineering, Construction and Highway Maintenance.

What You Will Do

• You will receive a thorough introduction to the three core civil engineering disciplines.
• You will work along side of ODOT professional engineers.
• You will receive hands‑on transportation training & experience needed to further your career as an engineer with ODOT.

Benefits to you

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick and personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases; 1 st increase after 6 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insuranceafter completion of eligibility period.
• Experience growth opportunities within organization.
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering; Accepted for Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

“This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.”

All Bargaining Unit new hires MUST serve a one (1) year probationary period.

Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.

All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.An individual assessment of an applicant's criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug‑free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non‑medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug‑Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.