Connecticut Department of Administrative Services · 10 hours ago
Transportation Engineer Trainee (Construction Engineering)
New Haven, CT
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad
$73K/yr - $118K/yrThe Connecticut Department of Administrative Services is seeking a Transportation Engineer Trainee to join their team of engineering and construction management professionals. This role involves receiving training in professional engineering work to develop technical skills in transportation engineering and construction engineering, contributing to safe and efficient transportation improvements.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Possession of a Bachelor's degree
A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required and must be maintained
Applicants must be available to travel for training, conferences, meetings, field reviews, etc
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
Preferred
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
Benefits
Professional growth and development opportunities
A healthy work/life balance to all employees
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
501-1000 employees
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Late StageLeadership Team
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