Traffic Electrical Engineer Trainee

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• Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
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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.

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.

Electrical Engineer Trainees in the Traffic Signals, Electrical section are exposed to stimulating work assignments to enhance their engineering skills and specialize in technical and highly sought-after fields.

Duties include:

• Design and review electrical elements for traffic control signals and other electrical needs on State roadways.
• Prepare plans using CAD software.
• Prepare specifications and estimates for electrical elements related to transportation projects.
• Coordinate with utilities on Traffic Engineering signal projects and ensure NESC, NEC, and PURA codes/regulations are met.
• Review and approve product data submittals from contractors for signal equipment.
• Conduct field inspection and ensure electrical elements of traffic signals are constructed per contract documents.
• Prepare power letters used to determine electricity costs for State-owned signal equipment.
• Provide technical assistance in researching and developing specifications for new technology.
• Performs related duties as required.

• 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.

• 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 a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering by August 2025 from an accredited college or university.
• 3.0 or higher grade-point average in relevant engineering courses.
• Academic, internship, or work experience utilizing engineering-related computer software.
• Experience with presentation skills and oral and written communication skills.
• Completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam.
• Knowledge and/or experience with CTDOT Standard Specifications and CTDOT Design Manuals.
• Experience using Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Project and Microsoft Access.
• Experience efficiently managing large workloads.
• Education or experience with interpreting construction plans and specifications.

• 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.

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.