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Connecticut Department of Administrative Services · 6 hours ago

Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering)(State Highway Design)

Newington, CT

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry, Mid Level

$91K/yr - $118K/yr

2+ years exp

The Connecticut Department of Transportation is seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 to join their State Design Unit in Newington. This role involves independently performing a range of engineering tasks to improve the safety and efficiency of the transportation system, including project design and stakeholder engagement.

GovernmentService IndustrySocial Assistance

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop three-dimensional roadway models using CAD software

Develop and analyze multiple design alternatives for transportation improvement projects

Prepare design plans, profiles, cross sections, and design details for State projects

Analyze and design complex stormwater drainage systems

Develop project designs that incorporate multi-modal facilities to address the needs of drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and transit users

Design roadside safety elements including guiderail and concrete barrier

Engage in stakeholder outreach with municipal leaders, neighborhood groups, businesses, homeowners, and the traveling public

Develop plans and supporting documentation for environmental permits

Coordinate with utility companies to determine potential conflicts and relocations if necessary

Coordinate with other units within the CTDOT

Conduct field meetings and site investigations

Other duties as required

Qualification

Transportation EngineeringCAD SoftwareStormwater Drainage DesignProfessional Engineer LicenseProject ManagementInterpersonal SkillsOral CommunicationWritten Communication

Required

A Bachelor's degree in engineering and two (2) years of experience in a professional transportation engineering or transportation construction engineering capacity

A valid driver's license is required

Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc. both within and outside of normal working hours, when necessary

Preferred

Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Experience developing, analyzing, or reviewing plans, specifications and estimates for, and administration of, complex federally funded highway engineering projects

Experience developing and delivering technical and public presentations

Experience maintaining project schedules

Experience with the design process from project initiation to design approval

Experience utilizing MicroStation, OpenRoads or similar CAD software

Possession of an accredited bachelor's degree in civil engineering

Benefits

Professional growth and development opportunities

A healthy work/life balance to all employees

The convenience of an on-site, low-cost fitness center

On-site cafeteria

Electric Vehicle (EV) charging at our Newington, CT, Headquarters facility

Ample free parking with easy access from major highways and by public transportation

Company

Connecticut Department of Administrative Services

Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is a government firm that offers business functions to state agencies and municipalities.

Founded in 1977

Hartford, Connecticut, USA

501-1000 employees

https://portal.ct.gov/das

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