Transportation Engineer Trainee: Design, Learn & Impact Streets

Connecticut DOT; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 76,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineer Trainees at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT. Trainees receive on-the-job training under experienced engineers and rotate through design units to gain essential professional skills.

You'll work both in office settings and in the field, using CAD software and standard Microsoft tools, with the goal of qualifying for professional licensure and subsequent level promotions as you complete the training program.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; degree areas may be specified for certain positions.
• PE or EIT licensure may substitute for general experience.
• Travel may be required for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc.
• Incumbents may be required to possess and retain a valid Driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs training duties while developing basic professional engineering skills.
• Assist in design projects across engineering units.
• Gain exposure to CAD, MS Office, and project documentation.
• Collaborate with teams to improve transportation systems and safety.
• Assist in stakeholder outreach and field reviews as needed.

Skills

Team collaboration

Multitasking

Oral and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Civil engineering degree by May 2027

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Access

CAD / engineering software

Job description

Connecticut Department of Transportation is seeking Transportation Engineer Trainees at the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT. Trainees receive on-the-job training under experienced engineers and rotate through design units to gain essential professional skills.

You'll work both in office settings and in the field, using CAD software and standard Microsoft tools, with the goal of qualifying for professional licensure and subsequent level promotions as you complete the training program.