Transportation Engineer Jobs
Transportation Engineer jobs are open across public infrastructure, consulting, transit, and freight sectors, from entry-level to senior and principal roles, with common specializations in traffic engineering, highway design, and transit systems planning. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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- Monday - Friday.
- Full Time, 40 hours per week.
- First shift.
- Location: Positions available in New Haven, Newington, Norwich, Rocky Hill, and Thomaston
- This position is eligible to apply for telework after successful completion of the working test period, and thereafter, in accordance with the Telework Policy. The Policy can be found here.
- In the P-4 (Engineering, Scientific and Technical) bargaining unit.
- Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc.
- 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), and any other job-relevant licenses or certifications you hold, in the Licenses and Professional Certifications section of your application.
- Problem solve, recommend, and implement effective solutions in a timely manner.
- Contribute to providing safe and efficient transportation improvements for the traveling public
- Utilize computer aided design software (MicroStation) and other applications such as Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Read and analyze or prepare construction plans and estimates.
- SALARY/PROMOTIONAL OPPORTUNITY
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 DAS.SHRM@ct.gov.
- 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.
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- 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.
- This employer may participate in E‑Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I‑9 information to confirm work authorization.
QUESTIONS? WE’RE 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 Sharon McIntosh, at Sharon.McIntosh@ct.gov.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Department of Transportation and the Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for receiving training in introductory professional engineering work for the development of technical and professional transportation engineering and transportation construction engineering skills and knowledge in order to qualify for advancement in the field of transportation engineering.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs a wide variety of increasingly difficult duties as technical skills are acquired during course of training period.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Knowledge of basic transportation engineering theories, principles and methods;
- Skill in use of drafting and calculating instruments and other computer applications;
- Considerable ability in performing mathematical computations, making neat and accurate drawings and preparing minor design and structural details.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
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 General Experience 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 General Experience requirement.
- Possession of Land Surveyor (LS) 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 General Experience requirement.
- Possession of Land Surveyor-In-Training (LSIT) 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 General Experience requirement.
- Possession of at least Level III certification, from the National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET), in one of the following Civil Engineering Technology Programs may be substituted for the General Experience requirement:
- Transportation Construction Inspection Program - Highway Construction Inspection.
- Construction Materials Testing Program - Asphalt, Concrete or Soils.
- Transportation Program - Highway Materials, Highway Surveys or Highway Construction Inspection.
- Possession of a Level III Survey Technician Certification from the National Society of Professional Surveyors may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.
- Possession of an American Welding Society (AWS) Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) certification, at the level of a Welding Inspector (WI) or above, may be substituted for the General Experience requirement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Possession of a Civil Engineering or Construction Management degree.
- Possession of an engineering degree in a position-relevant area for specialty positions (i.e., Electrical Engineering degree for position in Electrical Engineering).
- Experience in position-relevant engineering or construction management area.
- Experience utilizing engineering-related computer software and/or construction management software.
- Experience working collaboratively in a team to meet goals and objectives.
- Experience communicating technical information to peers, supervisors, and managers in person, both verbally and in writing using Microsoft Office Suite and SharePoint.
- Experience interpreting construction plans and specifications.
- Experience simultaneously tracking and prioritizing activities or projects while adhering to deadlines and producing deliverables.
- Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or Fundamentals of Surveying (FS) exam.
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 risk of injury or physical harm from highway, construction site, or on-site environments and a moderate degree of discomfort from year-round weather conditions.
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- Ryder System96

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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in transportation engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in civil engineering with a transportation or traffic focus
- Proficiency in traffic modeling software such as Synchro, VISSIM, or HCS
- Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D or MicroStation for roadway design
- Engineer-in-Training certification or Professional Engineer license
- Familiarity with AASHTO design standards, MUTCD, and Highway Capacity Manual
- Experience preparing or reviewing transportation impact studies and traffic studies
Tips for Your Transportation Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for each discipline
Traffic engineering roles want to see signal timing and simulation software like Synchro or VISSIM, while highway design roles prioritize AutoCAD Civil 3D and roadway geometry. Swap the lead skills section on your resume to match the specific discipline before you apply.
Highlight your PE licensure status clearly
Many postings require a Professional Engineer license or note 'PE preferred.' If you're EIT-certified and working toward your PE, say so explicitly in your resume header rather than burying it in the body, so recruiters spot it immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists transportation engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target openings that match your project scale
A candidate with NEPA environmental review experience on a state DOT corridor project is a different profile from one who ran intersection studies for a municipal client. Match your project scale and agency type to what the posting describes so your experience reads as directly relevant.
Prepare a technical portfolio with real project outputs
Bring a one-page project sheet to interviews showing a completed design or study: the problem, your analysis method, the tool you used, and the outcome. Transportation hiring panels respond to tangible deliverables more than general experience descriptions.
Negotiate scope before accepting an offer
Ask the hiring manager whether the role involves client-facing project management or purely technical production work, since the two paths diverge significantly in growth trajectory. Clarifying this before accepting saves you from a mismatch in expectations within the first six months.
Transportation Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most transportation engineers?
The companies hiring the most transportation engineers right now include Ryder System, Texas Department of Transportation, and Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Illinois, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. State DOTs and large multidisciplinary consulting firms consistently account for the bulk of active postings.
How many transportation engineer jobs are remote?
About 66% of transportation engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than the broader engineering average given the field's reliance on site visits and agency coordination. Traffic data analysis, travel demand modeling, and long-range planning roles are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility.
How do you become a transportation engineer?
You typically start with a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, then focus coursework or a graduate program on transportation planning, traffic operations, or highway design. Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering exam to earn your EIT status is the next milestone. From there, accumulating project experience and passing the PE exam qualifies you for licensed practice and senior-level roles.
Can you get a transportation engineer job with little experience?
Entry-level transportation engineer roles do exist, particularly at consulting firms and state DOTs that hire new graduates directly into production or analysis work. Internship experience on a DOT project, a senior design project with a real-world traffic or roadway component, and a passing FE exam score all strengthen an entry-level application considerably.
What does the transportation engineer interview process look like?
Most processes involve an initial phone screen with HR, followed by a technical interview where you walk through past projects and may be asked to explain your approach to a traffic study or design problem. A final round typically includes a panel with senior engineers and sometimes a project manager who evaluates how you communicate with clients or agency stakeholders.
Where can I find and apply to transportation engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to transportation engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialization, and apply directly to each listing.
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