Transportation Engineer Trainee (Construction Engineering)

CT; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 76,307 - 123,809; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework after training

Job summary

State of Connecticut Department of Transportation seeks a Transportation Engineer/Construction Management trainee in Connecticut. Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management by May 2027 is encouraged.

The role involves problem solving, analyzing plans, and contributing to safe transportation improvements using MicroStation and MS Office. The position offers a starting salary of $76,307 with career progression to TE 1 and TE 2 along defined salary ranges as

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management is required.
• Valid driver's license and travel availability for training, conferences, meetings, and field reviews.
• Optional: PE/EIT, Land Surveyor LS/LSIT, NICET III, or CWI equivalents.

Responsibilities

• Solve problems and implement effective transportation improvements.
• Contribute to safe and efficient transportation projects for the traveling public.
• Read and analyze construction plans and prepare estimates; use CAD and MS Office tools.

Skills

CAD (MicroStation)

MS Word

MS Excel

Reading construction plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

MicroStation

SharePoint

Job description

Introduction

Are you passionate about shaping the future of transportation in Connecticut? If so, join our great team of engineering and construction management professionals and make an impact! Current students who will be graduating with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management by the end of May 2027 are strongly encouraged to apply.

Position Highlights

• Monday – Friday
• Full time, 40 hours per week, first shift
• Locations: New Haven, Newington, Norwich, Rocky Hill, Thomaston
• Telework eligibility after successful completion of the training and test period, in accordance with the Telework Policy
• Member of the P‑4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit

The Role

• Problem solve, recommend, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner
• Contribute to providing safe and efficient transportation improvements for the traveling public
• Utilize computer aided design software (MicroStation) and other applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel
• Read and analyze construction plans and prepare estimates

Salary and Promotion

Starting salary $76,307 per year (effective 06/26/2026). After successful completion of the one‑year training program, promotion to Transportation Engineer 1 (Construction Engineering) with salary range $85,151 – $104,720 per year. After successful completion of the second year, promotion to Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering) with salary range $95,865 – $123,809 per year.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Travel availability for training, conferences, meetings, and field reviews
• Optional: Professional Engineer (PE) or Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) license, Land Surveyor (LS) or Land Surveyor‑In‑Training (LSIT) license, NICET Level III certification in relevant programs, or AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree
• Engineering degree in a position‑relevant area (e.g., Electrical Engineering for electrical positions)
• Experience with engineering or construction management software
• Experience working collaboratively in a team to meet goals and objectives
• Experience communicating technical information in person and in writing using Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint
• Experience interpreting construction plans and specifications
• Experience tracking and prioritizing activities or projects while adhering to deadlines and producing deliverables
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam

Special Requirements

• Must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s license
• Required to travel

Working Conditions

Incumbents may be exposed to some risk of injury or physical harm from highway or construction site environments and may experience moderate discomfort from year‑round weather conditions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.