Transportation Engineer Trainee

North American Transportation Management Institute; Newington (CT); Híbrido; USD 76.000 - 124.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Transportation Engineer Trainee role at the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is based in Newington, CT. You will train to administer the AASHTOWare Project cost estimating module, support user accounts, and help implement Asset Tracker for lifecycle cost data.

You will also learn to prepare engineer’s estimates for smaller projects, reviewing design estimates and considering scope, data, and pricing to support project delivery. A hybrid work setup may be available.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree required.
• PE licensure or EIT licensure may substitute for general experience.

Responsabilidades

• Assist with administering and maintaining the AASHTOWare Project (AWP) software suite, including the cost estimating module.
• Provide AWP support: managing user accounts, implementing new modules, coordinating enhancements, communicating with stakeholders, developing training guides/videos, and designing reports in AWP and PowerBI.
• Assist with implementing AWP’s Asset Tracker module to fill data gaps for lifecycle cost analysis.
• Prepare engineer’s estimates for smaller projects; review design estimates and build estimates considering scope, bid data, pricing, schedule and complexity.

Educación

Bachelor's degree

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) licensure may substitute for General Experience

Descripción del empleo

Transportation Engineer Trainee
Cost Estimating Section

Recruitment #261015-8741FS-001

Location: Newington, CT

Date Opened: 10/17/2026 12:00:00 AM
Salary: $76,307 - $123,809/year *See salary note below
Job Type: Open to the Public
Close Date: 11/2/2026 11:59:00 PM

Introduction

If you want to be part of a great team of engineers shaping the future of Transportation in Connecticut, read below

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is now accepting applications for an exciting Transportation Engineer Trainee opportunity within the Project Controls Unit, Cost Estimating section at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT!

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

• Professional growth and development opportunities
• A healthy work/life balance to all employees
• Join an award winning agency! CTDOT was 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!
• The convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center, on-site cafeteria, and Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility. All CTDOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways and by public transportation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Full Time, 40 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• First shift
• Location: Positions available at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT
• A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained.
• Hybrid-in office/telework may be available, in accordance with the Telework Policy which can be found here.

THE ROLE

The Transportation Engineer Trainee will receive training to assist with administering and maintaining the AASHTOWare Project (AWP) software suite, including the cost estimating module. You will provide AWP support including assisting in managing user accounts, implementing new modules and user feedback, coordinating enhancements, communicating with stakeholders, developing training guides/videos, and designing reports both in AWP and PowerBI. You will assist with implementation of AWP’s Asset Tracker module at CTDOT. The Asset Tracker implementation will fill a current data gap in providing cost data by asset to aid in lifecycle planning and lifecycle cost analysis.

You will also receive training to prepare engineer’s estimates for smaller projects. You will use AWP to review design estimates and build engineer’s estimates for smaller projects while taking into consideration project scope, recent bid data, commodity pricing, schedule, and complexity.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Receive on-the-job training and work with experienced engineers.
• Contribute to providing a safe and efficient transportation system.
• Make a positive impact on local communities.
• Collaborate with and gain exposure to other CTDOT design units including Highway Design, Bridge Design, Soils and Foundations, Hydraulics and Drainage, Traffic Design and many others.
• Gain experience to qualify for professional licensing.
• Resolve complex transportation challenges and recommend and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
• Enjoy diverse working conditions with both office environment and field work.
• Utilize computer aided design software (MicroStation) and other applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.

SALARY/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY

*Maximum of the Target Level for Transportation Engineer 2.
Promotional Opportunity
Salary
Transportation Engineer Trainee
$76,307/annually
After successful completion of a one (1) year training program, you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 1 (Engineering).
$85,151-$104,720/annually
After successful completion of two (2) years as a Transportation Engineer 1, you will be promoted to Transportation Engineer 2
$95,865-$123,809/annually

APPLICATION DETAILS

Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc. both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained. Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Engineer-in-Training license number (if applicable), Professional Engineer license (if applicable) and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold, in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application.

ABOUT US

As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five bureaus. CTDOT is guided by its mission to improve lives through transportation. Our infrastructure and transit systems are essential to the safety and mobility of Connecticut residents, and our work strengthens both economic and community development. CTDOT is committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the communities it serves, and individuals with broad-ranging backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply. Learn more about our mission, vision, and values!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Possession of a Bachelor's degree.

NOTE: If the target job classification has a Minimum Qualification that requires specific licensure and/or the Bachelor's degree to be in a specific area(s), then these specific licensures and degree areas are required for appointment to the Transportation Engineer Trainee classification. Candidates cannot be appointed until all degree requirements are complete.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

Possession of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S. §20-302 may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.

Possession of Engineer-In-Training (EIT) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S. §20-302 may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.