Transportation Engineer 1 (TE1) or Transportation Engineer 2 (TE2), District 6 PN 20058608

State of Ohio - Transportation - District 06; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 43,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Pension plan with employer contrib.

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

The State of Ohio invites applicants for Transportation Engineer 1 or Transportation Engineer 2 within District 6 in Delaware. The role offers full-time hours, standard 7:30am–4:00pm schedule, and OCSEA union affiliation.

Selected candidates will enter ODOT’s Transportation Civil Engineering Program, with a 12‑month training plan across Planning, Engineering, Construction, and Highway Maintenance. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in engineering or are EIT eligible, and may qualify for

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering; EIT eligibility with Ohio Board licensure.
• Engineer-In-Training certificate or equivalent by Ohio Board; required or accepted.
• 2 yrs. engineering related experience or 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1 for TE2.

Responsibilities

• Receive thorough introduction to three core civil engineering disciplines.
• Work alongside ODOT professional engineers.
• Receive hands-on transportation training and experience to advance as a transportation engineer.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Engineering

Active Learning

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Engineering In Training (EIT) eligibility

Job description

Organization

Transportation - District 06

Agency Contact Name and Information : Melissa Stroud; [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Oct 12, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

District 6 HQ 400 East William Street Delaware 43015

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Delaware County-Delaware

Compensation : TE1 $31.47 or TE2 $34.53

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 7:30am-4:00pm

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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The selected candidate will be placed in the classification in which they meet minimum qualifications.

Transportation Engineer 1 or Transportation Engineer 2 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 Insurance after 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.

Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1, 85641.

-Or Bachelor's degree in engineering; valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. engineering related experience.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.

Job Skills: Civil Engineering

Transportation Engineer 1:

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

Transportation Engineer 2:

Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1, 85641.

-Or Bachelor's degree in engineering; valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. engineering related experience.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.

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.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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.

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.