Transportation Engineer 2 (Land Surveying)

COMTO; Newington (CT); Hybrid; USD 87,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Award-winning agency

Job summary

CTDOT in Newington, CT seeks a Transportation Engineer 2 (Land Surveying) to support property mapping, right of way mapping, and acquisition tasks. The role collaborates with CTDOT engineers and external consultants to ensure accurate land records and maps. The position is hybrid, first shift, full-time (40 hours/week).

A valid driver’s license is required and travel is anticipated. Applicants must be part of the P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit and ready to contribute to

Qualifications

• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained.
• Applicants must be available to travel.
• P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit

Responsibilities

• Land records analysis and interpretation.
• Reading and interpreting CTDOT Right of Way maps.
• Preparation of property acquisition and release maps using Bentley ORD CAD software.
• Review of mapping data produced by peers and subordinate staff.
• Preparing and updating procedural workflows.
• Communication with CTDOT engineers, consulting engineers, and other CTDOT employees to facilitate preparation of the aforesaid mapping.

Skills

Land surveying

Property mapping

Reading ROW maps

MAP data coordination

Tools

Bentley ORD CAD

Job description

Transportation Engineer 2 (Land Surveying)

Recruitment #261008-8837FO-001

Location

Newington, CT

Date Opened

10/14/2026 12:00:00 AM

Salary

$86,721 - $123,809/year (*New hires start at the minimum)

Job Type

Open to the Public

Close Date

11/12/2026 11:59:00 PM

Introduction

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT), is now accepting applications for the position of Transportation Engineer 2 (Land Surveying) in the Division of Construction Operations, Central Survey, Section, located at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page!
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• Join an award winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Hybrid
• First Shift
• Monday - Friday
• Full-time, 40 hours per week
• Location: Department of Transportation Headquarters in Newington, CT
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained
• Applicants must be available to travel
• P-4 (Engineering and Scientific) bargaining unit

THE ROLE

Property Mapping: This is an advanced production level position acting as a team member to support the development of property acquisition mapping, release mapping, and State Right of Way mapping. This foundational position supports the Principal Engineer of Surveys in meeting CTDOT’s obligations to CT General Statutes. Duties include:

• Land records analysis and interpretation
• Reading and interpreting CTDOT Right of Way maps
• Preparation of property acquisition and release maps using Bentley ORD computer aided design and drafting (CADD) software
• Review of mapping data produced by peers and subordinate staff
• Preparing and updating procedural workflows
• Communication with CTDOT engineers, consulting engineers, and other CTDOT employees to facilitate preparation of the aforesaid mapping

ABOUT US

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. It is the DOT's mission to improve quality of life through transportation. We have a significant transportation infrastructure system that is essential to maintaining mobility for Connecticut residents and businesses and supporting economic and community development while preserving environmental and cultural resources. The Department of Transportation is committed to cultivating a diverse staff that is representative of the communities we serve. Applications from individuals having diverse backgrounds and life experiences are strongly encouraged. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values.