Professional Civil Engineer

Launch your engineering career with the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Hiughway Administration...and see the whole country doing it! The FHWA Connecticut Division is hiring a Civil Engineer (Highway) for our Professional Development Program (PDP), and this is one of those rare opportunities worth dropping everything for. Here's why: Direct Hire Authority — no waiting on the usual competitive hiring process GS-07/09 to start, with non-competitive promotion potential to GS-12 $56,934–$90,540/year with promotion potential to $100,992-131,293 (2026 Special Rate Table) Up to 24 months of structured, hands-on training across design, construction, bridge, traffic, hydraulics, geotechnical, and more A dedicated coach and supervisor from day one Relocation reimbursement and recruitment incentives may be available Here's the part people don't expect: this program isn't just about Hartford. Complete your PDP training and you can be placed anywhere FHWA has an office — nationwide. Start your career in New England, with mountains, coastline, and city life all within an hour of the office, and let it take you as far as you want to go. We're looking for one entry-level engineer (0–5 years of experience) who is curious, mobile, and ready to learn by doing. If that's you, or someone you know, don't sit on this one. Applications close 11:59 PM EST on August 12, 2026. #J-18808-Ljbffr