Description
If you want to advance initiatives to plan, develop, and construct exciting transportation improvement projects in Connecticut, read below and apply now!
The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT), is now accepting applications for a Transportation Engineer 3 (Engineering) position within the Division of Traffic Engineering, in the Bureau of Engineering and Construction, at our Headquarters in Newington, CT.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU
Visit our new State Employee Benefits Overview page!
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!
We also offer 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 DOT facilities have ample free parking with easy access from major highways or by public transportation.
THE ROLE
Transportation Engineer 3's in the Division of Traffic Engineering lead the development of projects and initiatives that enhance the safety, capacity, and efficiency of Connecticut’s transportation system. They manage and coordinate traffic designs, studies, and investigations on state roadways to address complex roadway and multi-modal challenges and reduce crashes by researching and applying innovative solutions—such as modern roadway configurations, traffic signals, signs, and pavement markings—proven to improve safety and save lives.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS
First Shift
Full Time, 40 hours per week
Monday through Friday
Location: Newington, CT
Hybrid (in-office/telework) and alternate work schedules may be available
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, and must possess and retain a valid driver’s license.
Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) license number and expiration date, 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. 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, vison, and values by clicking here!
Watch the video below to learn more about working as part of the engineering team at the Connecticut DOT!
Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering and three (3) years of experience in transportation engineering.
One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the working level in a professional transportation engineering capacity.
NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering).
