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Location: Rocky Hill, CT Employment Type: Full Time Date Posted: 02/11/2026 Expire Date: 03/11/2026 Salary: 100+ Job Categories: Engineering |
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Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) (40 Hour) The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT) is recruiting for a Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) in the Division of Construction Operations, Material Evaluation and Specification Unit (MESU) in Rocky Hill. WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU - Visit our State Employee Benefits Overview page! - Professional growth and development opportunities. - A healthy work/life balance to all employees. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS - Full Time, 40 hours per week - Monday - Friday - Location: Rocky Hill. - This posting will be used to fill other vacancies in the Division of Construction units. THE ROLE The Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) position is within the MESU and involves the day-to-day supervision and technical oversight of staff responsible for a wide range of materials testing, inspection, approval functions, and related assignments. Responsibilities include: - oversight of materials testing such as hydraulic concrete and steel components; - precast/prestressed fabrication inspection; - supporting construction project staff in administering the reviewing and recommending revisions to processes for collecting and analyzing test results and other materials-related data; - interpreting and recommending revisions to contract specifications; - reviewing concrete mix designs; - performing other related assignments. The position oversees the use of the Department’s Construction Management Systems, including AASHTOWare Project Construction and Materials (AWP), AASHTOWare Project SiteManager, and the Construction Document Management System (COMPASS) within the Section. These duties support MESU staff and active construction project staff to ensure that material reviews and testing are performed and documented adequately, while evolving processes to meet updated needs and project delivery methods. This position also performs other duties as required to support the Division of Construction Operations. The ideal candidate will demonstrate professional ambition, strong leadership, self-motivation, exceptional communication skills (both oral and written), and excellent organizational abilities. ABOUT US As one of Connecticut’s largest State agencies, DOT employs approximately 3,300 individuals statewide in five distinct bureaus. It is our mission to provide a safe, accessible, and efficient multimodal transportation network that improves the quality of life and promotes economic vitality for the State and the region. 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 the State’s 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. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE A Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management and three (3) years of experience in transportation construction engineering. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE One (1) year of the General Experience must have been at the working level in a professional transportation construction engineering capacity. NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering). MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED Possession of Land Surveyor (LS) licensure or Professional Engineer (PE) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S.§20-302 may be substituted for the Bachelor's degree requirement. Possession of Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) licensure or Engineer-In-Training (EIT) licensure from the Department of Consumer Protection State Board of Examiners for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors consistent with C.G.S.§20-302 may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. Possession of at least Level III certification in the Civil Engineering Technology-Transportation Program, Highway Construction Inspection or Highway Surveys from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) may be substituted for the Bachelor’s degree requirement. A Master’s degree in engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience. Current incumbents in the class of Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering) who do not possess the degree or certification/licensure qualifications as detailed on this class specification may be considered for promotion to Transportation Engineer 3 (Construction Engineering) upon having three (3) years of experience in transportation construction engineering. One (1) of the three (3) years must have been as a Transportation Engineer 2 (Construction Engineering). Contact Information
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Company Description: The State of Connecticut – Executive Branch employs thousands of dedicated professionals, committed to providing a safe and thriving environment for our community, and visitors. As a small state, we have so much to offer – education, employment, culture, travel, nature, history and recreation - each of these opportunities positively impact our citizens and businesses. While Hartford is Connecticut’s state capital and home to many of our agency offices, we are proud to offer positions located throughout the state. Some of our most popular 5 work sites are located in Bridgeport, Enfield, Middletown, New Haven, Torrington, and with a higher demand throughout the Fairfield County. We are seeking to hire employees for locations statewide who find inspiration in our culture and values, specifically: - Committed to making an impact - Serving the public through meaningful work - Seeking limitless opportunities to grow - Enjoy a work/life balance (with competitive benefits) - Interested in diversity and fresh perspectives If you can see yourself contributing to our vision, we encourage you to apply to join us! | |||||
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