Transportation Supervising Engineer (Engineering) (40 Hour)

State of Connecticut•Newington, CT

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (CTDOT), is accepting applications for a Transportation Supervising Engineer (Engineering) Rail Design opportunity within the Bureau of Public Transportation, Office of Rail Design in Newington, CT. This position offers professional growth and development opportunities and a healthy work/life balance. CTDOT has been recognized with the Employer of the Year award by the Connecticut Society of Civil Engineers (CSCE) and named the Women’s Transportation Seminar (WTS) CT Employer of the Year for 2024. The salary may be commensurate with education and/or experience in accordance with the P-4 union contract. This is a full-time, 40-hour per week, first shift position located in Newington, CT. It offers a hybrid work environment, with eligibility for telework after successful completion of the working test period, in accordance with the Telework Policy. Employees in their initial working test period must work on site. The Transportation Supervising Engineer will lead the Office of Rail Signal and Communications section and the Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS) section. This role requires a highly experienced and technically proficient engineer capable of managing and overseeing complex rail systems across multiple rail lines within the state. Exceptional leadership, project management, and technical expertise are essential for the successful execution of critical infrastructure projects. CTDOT, with approximately 3,300 employees across five bureaus, is guided by its mission to improve lives through transportation. Its infrastructure and transit systems are vital for the safety and mobility of Connecticut residents, strengthening both economic and community development. CTDOT is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and encourages applications from individuals with broad-ranging backgrounds and life experiences.

Requirements

Eight (8) years of experience in transportation engineering.
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.
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.
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.

Nice To Haves

Possession of a bachelor’s 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

Responsibilities

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.
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.
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.
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.
Review the work of consultants, including engineers and designers to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
Oversee the Department's Consultant Selection Panel process.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Act as a liaison with federal, state, and local agencies to ensure compliance with regulations and the alignment of projects with broader transportation goals.
Perform related duties as required to support the overall goals and objectives of the Office of Rail Signal and Communications and Office of Rail Traction Power and Overhead Contact System (OCS).