Transportation Engineer Trainee — Hybrid Growth Path

CT

Newington (CT)

Hybrid

USD 76,000 - 124,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule
Tuition reimbursement
On-site fitness center
Professional development funding
On-site cafeteria

Job summary

Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is hiring Transportation Engineer Trainees for the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT. The program offers on‑the‑job training, pathways to Engineering positions and opportunities for professional licensure as part of a structured career track.

Selected candidates join a growing agency with a track record of promotions from Transportation Engineer Trainee to TE2 and TE3, and a strong focus on safety, mobility, and community impact through bicycle,

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; licensure substitutions allowed (PE or EIT)
  • Preferred: accredited bachelor’s degree in civil engineering by May 2027
  • Experience with CAD or similar engineering software and MS Office applications
  • Strong oral and written communication skills; ability to work in team settings

Responsibilities

  • Perform a wide variety of duties during training as the program progresses
  • Assist in designing highway improvements and related transportation projects
  • Collaborate with design units and stakeholders to support project delivery
  • Gain licensure experience and work toward professional registration

Skills

Communication
CAD software
Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree
Preferred: accredited engineering degree

Tools

CAD or similar software
Microsoft Excel/Word/Project/Access

Job description

Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is hiring Transportation Engineer Trainees for the DOT Headquarters in Newington, CT. The program offers on‑the‑job training, pathways to Engineering positions and opportunities for professional licensure as part of a structured career track.

Selected candidates join a growing agency with a track record of promotions from Transportation Engineer Trainee to TE2 and TE3, and a strong focus on safety, mobility, and community impact through bicycle,

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