Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering) (State Highway Design) - #250806-8839FO-001

Introduction Are you interesting in being part of a team designing improvements on Connecticut's highway system and having a positive effect on safety and traffic operation in local communities? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!
The State of Connecticut , Department of Transportation (DOT) , is now accepting applications for an exciting opportunity as a Transportation Engineer 2 (Engineering) within the State Design Unit in the Division of Highway Design at our Newington Headquarters.

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
• Join an award winning agency! CTDOT has been recently awarded the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers ( CSCE ) and named the Womens Transportation Seminar ( WTS ) CT Employer of the Year for 2024!
• 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 and by public transportation.
  

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• First Shift.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week.
• Location: Newington, CT.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Hybrid (in-office/ telework ) and alternate work schedules may be available.

DISOCVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO

• Recommend and implement effective solutions.
• Contribute to providing a safe and efficient transportation system.
• Implement bicycle and pedestrian improvements along highways.
• Work with community groups and elected officials.
• Utilize computer software to design roadway elements.
• Showcase your oral, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

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. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained. Please list your Driver's license number, expiration date, and issuing State, Engineer-in-Training license number (if applicable), Professional Engineer license (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 Connecticuts 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, vision, and values by clicking here !

HEAR FROM OUR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERS! Selection Plan

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BEFORE YOU APPLY:

• Meet Minimum Qualifications: Ensure you meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening by the job closing date. You must specify your qualifications on your application. The minimum experience and training requirements listed must be met by the close date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
• Educational Credits: List your earned credits and degrees from accredited institutions accurately on your application. To receive educational credits towards qualification, the institution must be accredited. If the institution of higher learning is located outside of the U.S., you are responsible for providing documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service which specializes in determining foreign education equivalencies to the contact listed below by the closing date listed on the job posting.
• Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69 , resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment process progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
• Preferred Shift/Location: Select all location(s) and shift(s) you are willing to work on your application. Failure to do so may result in not being considered for vacancies in that specific location or shift.
• Timely Submission: All application materials must be received by the job posting deadline. You will be unable to make revisions once you officially submit your application to the State. Late submissions are rarely accepted, with exceptions only for documented events that incapacitate individuals during the entire duration of the job posting. Request exceptions by emailing ....
• Salary Calculations: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
• Note: The only way to apply to this posting is via the Apply or Apply Online buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.

AFTER YOU APPLY:

• Referral Questions: This posting may require completion of additional Referral Questions (RQs), which must be completed by the questionnaires expiration date. If requested, RQs can be accessed via an email sent to you after the job close date or by visiting your JobAps Personal Status Board (Certification Questionnaires section).
• Prepare For An Interview: Interviews are limited to those whose experience and training are most aligned with the role. To prepare, review this helpful Interview Preparation Guide to make the best impression!
• Stay Connected! Log in daily to your JobAps Personal Status Board to track your status and check email (including spam/junk folders) for updates and tasks.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, however, applications to this recruitment may be used for future vacancies in this job class.
• Note: This position will be filled in accordance with contractual language, reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules. Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics .

QUESTIONS? WERE HERE TO HELP: Due to high volume, we are unable to confirm receipt or provide status updates directly. For recruitment updates, please check your Personal Status Board and review our Frequently Asked Questions. If you have additional questions about the recruitment process, reach out to Brittney Woodley at ... . Join the State of Connecticut and take your next career step with confidence!

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for independently performing a full range of engineering or related tasks in one or more aspects of transportation engineering projects or studies in the following areas: administration, bridge design, design, drainage, electrical, foundations, hydraulics, maintenance, operations, pavement management, regulation compliance, rehabilitation, research, traffic or utilities.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Transportation Engineer 2s in Highway Design work as part of an engineering team responsible for the development of projects that improve the safety, capacity, and efficiency of the States transportation system and find solutions to challenging roadway and multi-modal improvement problems. The State Design Unit consists of in-house highway design engineers who provide lead or support services in the development of capital projects such as intersection improvements, modern roundabouts, multi-use trails, corridor improvements, complete street upgrades, bridge replacements, and more.

Duties include:

• 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Considerable knowledge of principles and practices of more than one specialized field involved in transportation engineering such as bridge design, foundations, highway design, transportation facilities design, transportation planning, maintenance, drainage or hydraulics, research, pavement design, pavement management and traffic;
• Considerable
  • skill in use of computer aided design and drafting (CADD) applications;
  • technical skills in preparation of engineering and administrative reports;
• Skills
  • interpersonal skills;
  • oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to
  • analyze and evaluate engineering, highway, structural and pavement design, hydraulic and traffic problems and provide effective solutions;
  • perform complex mathematical calculations;
  • develop and interpret plans and specifications.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

A Bachelors degree in engineering and two (2) years of experience in a professional transportation engineering or transportation construction engineering capacity.

NOTE: For state employees one (1) year of experience must have been at the level of a Transportation Engineer 1 (Engineering) or (Construction Engineering).

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED

• Possession of 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 Bachelors degree requirement.
• Possession of 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 Bachelors degree requirement.
• A Masters degree in engineering may be substituted for one (1) year of the General Experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Possession of a Bachelors degree in Civil Engineering from an accredited college or university.
• Experience with roadway and stormwater design.
• Experience utilizing computer software such as MicroStation or OpenRoads or other similar CAD software.
• Experience with presentation skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge and/or experience with CTDOT Standard S pecifications and CTDOT Design Manuals.
• Experience using Microsoft 365 applications.
• Experience efficiently managing assignments.
• Experience with interpreting construction plans and specifications.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to some danger of injury or physical harm from highway or construction environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from exposure to year round weather conditions.

Conclusion AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.