Engineer Trainee Transportation

NEWJERSEY DEPARTMENTOF TRANSPORTATION

Public Posting 

POSTING #: 25-00276 

TITLE: Engineer Trainee, Transportation 

ISSUE DATE: 11/21/2025 

TITLE CODE: 16270 

CLOSING DATE: 12/12/2025 

DIVISION: Operations 

LOCATION: Ewing HQ, Cherry Hill HQ 

UNIT: South Region & Operations Support 

RANGE: P95 

SALARY: $66,510.75-$69,075.10 

WORK WEEK: 40 

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering Required to Apply 

The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is seeking applications for candidates for the position of Engineer Trainee Transportation (ETT). Engineer Trainees are assigned a 40 - hour work week. Current starting salary is $66,510 and $69,075 after six months. Standard workweek is Monday through Friday. 

The Department of Transportation (DOT) currently offers a telework pilot program, and this position may qualify for up to 2 days of remote work at your primary residence outside of your assigned DOT work location. This program does not supersede the "New Jersey First Act", which requires newly hired NJDOT employees to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey. New hires will be eligible for the telework pilot program once they successfully complete their 4 - month working test period. 

Operations Support 

The Division of Operations Support serves as the dynamic backbone of our NJDOT maintenance infrastructure initiatives, orchestrating every aspect of maintenance engineering planning and maintenance construction valued at over $300M per year. From crafting contract plans and specifications, to analyzing bid pricing and consultant agreement, to managing statewide maintenance construction contracts, our team ensures that our projects keep New Jersey's roadway, signs, bridge, tunnels, electrical assets, and drainage in a state of good repair. In addition, as support to our Regional Operations teams, we assist in design aspects for fast - paced emergency repairs when needed, which includes bridge hits by over height trucks, sinkholes, landslides, and hurricane/storm - related damage. Dive into the heart of NJDOT's maintenance operations and engineering with us, where you'll play a pivotal role in improving lives by improving transportation.

South Region Engineering Regional Operations 

The Regional Operations Division is crucial in safeguarding New Jersey's infrastructure. We handle all levels of highwaymaintenance, ensuring that our transportation systems stay safe and dependable. Focused on the areas of resurfacing, concrete bridge and steel structures, and overhead signs, we oversee a wide range of construction projects essential for the functionality of our transportation networks. At the forefront of execution, our team meticulously plans every detail, utilizing the latest in technology and engineering expertise. We excel in managing budgets and negotiating agreements, ensuring that every resource is optimized to meet the needs of New Jersey's commuters. We're the boots on the ground, managing statewide maintenance contracts and swiftly responding to emergencies with precision and agility. We thrive in the face of adversity, turning challenges into opportunities for innovation. Whether it's finding new ways to get the job done with new technology or collaborating with regional teams on high - pressure repairs, we're always one step ahead. Join NJDOT's Regional Operations, where you'll not only shape the future of transportation but also make a difference in the lives of millions. It's not just a job; it's a mission, and we're looking for bold individuals who are ready to lead the charge. 

South Region counties include Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Salem 

REQUIREMENTS: 

Degree: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering. 

Note: Possession of a valid Professional Engineer's License issued by the New Jersey State Board of Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors may be substituted for the bachelor's degree in engineering.

Note: An Engineer - In - Training (EIT) certification issued by the Division of Consumer Affairs, New Jersey Office of the Attorney General may be substituted for the above education requirement. Applicants must submit proof of the EIT certification and the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam results. The area of discipline indicated on the FE exam results (e.g., Civil, Electrical and Computers, Chemical, Industrial and Systems, Environmental, Mechanical, and Other Disciplines) must be appropriate to the position. 

For more information regarding this position, please refer to: https://info.csc.state.nj.us/jobspec/16270.htm 

License: Appointee will be required to possess a Driver's License valid in New Jersey. 

Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States according to the Department of Homeland Security, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services regulations. NJDOT does not provide sponsorship or accept student OPT/CPT programs, F1 or H1B work authorization visas. 

Residency: All persons hired on or after September 1, 2011 have one year from the date of appointment to establish, and then maintain, principal residence in the State of New Jersey subject to the provisions of N.J.S.A. 52:14 - 7 (P.L. 2011, c. 70), also known as the "New Jersey First Act." 

TO APPLY 

You must apply through the NJDOT website at: https://www.state.nj.us/transportation/about/employ/openings.shtm 

Submit a complete packet by the closing date that includes the following documents: 

• NJ State Application for Employment (Application and instructions can be found at link above) 

• Letter of interest 

• Current resume 

• Copy of unofficial transcript OR foreign degree evaluation that verifies degree in Civil Engineering was awarded 

IMPORTANT NOTES 

Proof of Degree: You must provide transcript or evaluation of your UNDERGRADUATE degree. 

Foreign Degree Evaluation: If you obtained your undergraduate degree outside of the US, you MUST provide a Foreign Degree Evaluation from a USA recognized evaluation service agency that includes a course - by - course evaluation in order to be deemed eligible. Failure to provide evaluation will result in your application being disqualified. 

Incomplete Packets: Applicants MAY NOT be considered if they fail to provide all requested documents upon initial submittal or fail to follow instructions when submitting electronically. 

Applicants will be selected for an interview on the basis of their application/resume. 

Current State employees: Any appointments made that involve movement may result in a forfeiture of rights to any promotional lists in their former unit. 

BENEFITS PACKAGE

As a NJ State Department, NJDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 

• Health Care (medical, prescription drug, dental & vision care) 

• Pension 

• Deferred Compensation 

• 13 paid holidays 

• Benefit Leave (12 vacation days, 15 sick days and 3 administrative days) 

• Training & Tuition Aid Opportunities 

NJDOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities where appropriate. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please email dot - hr.ada@dot.nj.gov. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case - by - case basis. 

SAME APPLICANTS: If you are under the NJ "SAME" program, your supporting documents (Schedule A or B letter), must be submitted along with your resume by closing date indicated above. For more information on the SAME Program visit their website at: https://nj.gov/csc/same/overview/index.shtml , email: SAME@csc.nj.gov , or call CSC 609 - 292 - 4144, option 3. 

New Jersey Is An Equal Opportunity Employer