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Transportation Supervising Engineer (Engineering) (40 Hour)


Job Location:

Newington, CT - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 120048 - 168617
Posted: 29 September 2026 (18 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Introduction




WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU

SALARY NOTE

*Salary may be commensurate with education and/or experience in accordance with the P-4 union contract.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

THE ROLE

The Transportation Supervising Engineer will be responsible for leading the Office of Rail Signal and Communications section and the Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS) section. This position requires a highly experienced and technically proficient engineer capable of managing and overseeing complex rail systems across multiple rail lines within the state. The role demands exceptional leadership project management and technical expertise to ensure the successful execution of critical infrastructure projects.

OUR MISSION

As one of Connecticuts largest State agencies the Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) employs roughly 3300 individuals across five bureaus. CTDOT is guided by its mission to improve lives through transportation. Our infrastructure and transit systems are essential to the safety and mobility of Connecticut residents and our work strengthens both economic and community development. CTDOT is committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the communities it serves and individuals with broad-ranging backgrounds and life experiences are encouraged to apply.
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    PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
    In the Department of Transportation and Connecticut Airport Authority this class is accountable for supervising engineers and other staff engaged in engineering and/or related tasks in one or more aspects of transportation engineering projects or studies in the areas of administration bridge design design drainage electrical foundations hydraulics maintenance operations pavement management regulation compliance rehabilitation research traffic or utilities.
    EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
    Supervision and Leadership:

    • Supervise the work of engineers technicians and other technical and/or clerical personnel in specialized engineering operations related to railroad sections.
    • Schedule assign oversee and review the work of staff.
    • Provide staff training and assistance and conduct performance evaluations.
    • Determine priorities plan section work and establish and maintain section procedures.
    • Supervise research on economic financial and administrative aspects of transportation projects.
    Project Management and Coordination:

    • Act as Project Manager for multiple multi-million-dollar rail projects including railroad electrification signalization security enhancements traction power and communications.
    • Coordinate design-related elements of construction projects to ensure successful and timely completion.
    • Prepare special reports cost estimates standards specifications and fee schedules for consultants engineers surveyors or contractors.
    Technical Review and Analysis:

    • Review detailed plans specifications or studies of complex engineering problems related to railroad engineering electrical engineering and other specialized areas.
    • Analyze and review engineering reports plans and specifications.
    • Supervise field and office research projects on engineering and technical problems.
    • Conduct analytical studies of engineering costs incurred to determine amounts reimbursable under federal aid and amounts due to public utilities under state and federal policies.
    Policy and Standards Development:

    • Develop or make recommendations on policies standards and procedures within the section.
    • Act as a liaison with other operating sections agencies and outside officials to ensure alignment of policies and practices.
    • Serve as a member of departmental committees assisting in the preparation and/or revision of standard specifications.
    Consultant and Contractor Oversight:

    • Review the work of consultants including engineers and designers to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
    • Oversee the Departments Consultant Selection Panel process.
    Special Projects and Reporting:

    • Act as the Primary Assistant to the Assistant Rail Administrator in performing special projects and overseeing Bureau activities.
    • Prepare comprehensive reports on all matters relating to departmental engineering operations.
    • Supervise or provide highly technical assistance in conducting studies or establishing policy procedures or methods.
    Public Engagement and Communication:

    • Make oral presentations at public hearings or meetings to convey project details and address public concerns.
    • Prepare and present comprehensive technical reports and related correspondence.
    Research and Innovation:

    • Supervise research into the development of improved materials products and testing methods.
    • Oversee research on new methodologies in transportation engineering including pavement work correction resurfacing and winter maintenance techniques.
    Administrative and Financial Management:

    • Direct concurrent billing programs for the department.
    • Oversee the preparation of progress reports and manage administrative controls over transportation engineering plans contracts projects and reports.
    Field and Office Functions:

    • Supervise field or Office functions related to location boundary construction surveying and design projects.
    • Provide oversight and technical guidance in the application of engineering principles in both field and office environments.
    Liaison and Collaboration:

    • Act as a liaison with federal state and local agencies to ensure compliance with regulations and the alignment of projects with broader transportation goals.
    Other Duties:
    KNOWLEDGE SKILL AND ABILITY
    • Considerable knowledge of
      • principles and practices involved in transportation engineering such as bridge design foundations highway design transportation facilities design transportation planning drainage or hydraulics research pavement design pavement management traffic and utilities;
      • administrative and financial controls with respect to transportation engineering plans contracts projects and reports;
      • relevant agency policies and procedures;
      • relevant state and federal laws statutes and regulations;
      • departmental operational methodologies;
      • latest engineering principles techniques and procedures employed in engineering field;
    • Considerable
      • interpersonal skills;
      • oral and written communication skills;
    • Considerable ability to
      • analyze and review engineering reports plans and specifications;
      • interpret and apply principles of information systems and technologies;
    • Supervisory ability.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
    Eight (8) years of experience in transportation engineering.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SPECIAL EXPERIENCE
    One (1) year of the General Experience must have been as an engineer with lead responsibility for complex transportation engineering projects in bridge design drainage electrical foundations traffic facilities design highway design research utilities or hydraulics.

    NOTE: For state employees this experience is interpreted at the level of a Transportation Engineer 3 (Engineering).
    PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
    • Possession of a bachelors degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or Civil Engineering
    • Experience in railroad planning design construction or railroad-related activities
    • Experience managing or supervising staff working in multiple areas
    • Experience enforcing policies and directives
    • Experience managing multiple teams to accomplish initiatives and meet deadlines
    • Experience with capital planning the contract development process and administrative and financial controls with respect to railroad plans contracts projects and reports
    • Experience with Bluebeam Compass and Microsoft Office 365 including scheduling meetings managing data composing correspondence report writing and tracking work
    • Experience in developing relationships with stakeholders
    • Experience in identifying problems researching solutions making decisions and verifying the accuracy of the decision
    • Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including engineering operations and administrative staff to support project delivery and organizational goals
    • Experience with transportation engineering standards industry best practices and applicable federal state and local regulations related to design and project implementation
    SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

    • Incumbents must possess 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.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
    • Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
    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.

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