Transportation Engineer 1 or Transportation Engineer 2, Office of Contract Sales & Estimating, PN 20049400

The selected candidate will be placed in the classification in which they meet minimum qualifications.

What You Will Do:

•    Join our dynamic team in the Division of Construction Management’s Office of Contracting & Estimating, where you’ll play a critical role in shaping Ohio’s transportation future. We’re looking for a civil engineering professional who thrives on evaluating complex construction plans, preparing official Engineers' Estimates, and digging into bid analytics for high-impact projects that connect communities and support statewide mobility. Your work will directly support the responsible use of public funds and help deliver safe, efficient transportation solutions for communities across Ohio.

•    Use your analytical skills to develop cost estimates with Excel and AASHTOWare Preconstruction. Your work will help uncover risks and issues and provide insights that directly inform award decisions and uphold the integrity of Ohio’s infrastructure investments. Estimators play a key role in regular bid review meetings with senior leadership, helping guide decisions with data-driven analysis and professional judgment. You’ll gain visibility across the organization and contribute to the financial soundness of projects before they move to construction.

•    This role is ideal for professionals who enjoy a fast-paced environment and prefer working on shorter-term assignments. Estimators typically work on multiple projects in parallel, moving through cycles of estimating, review, and analysis every few weeks. Unlike traditional design or construction roles that may follow a single project for months or years, this position offers variety, momentum, and exposure to a broad range of project types. You’ll collaborate with both design and construction teams, making this a dynamic and well-rounded role that values strong communication skills and cross-functional coordination.

•    Act as a key liaison between Central Office and district teams to resolve cost-related issues, evaluate change orders and value engineering proposals, and ensure estimates reflect real-world conditions. While the role is largely office-based, occasional field visits and district meet-and-greets provide valuable insight into construction practices, foster relationships, and help ground your estimates in practical application. You’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values knowledge-sharing, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Ready to make an impact? Join a team where your technical skills and insights help shape the future of transportation across Ohio.

Benefits to you: 

• Enjoy an excellent work/life balance.
• Receive paid time off with vacation, sick & personal leave.
• Receive 11 paid holidays per year.
• Receive regular pay increases; 1st after 6 months.
• Receive an extensive benefits package; including Medical and FREE Vision, Dental and Basic Life Insurance after completion of eligibility period. 
• Experience growth opportunities within organization. 
• Participate in employee tuition reimbursement programs.
• Receive a pension plan with 14% employer contribution.

For a list of all the State of Ohio benefits, please visit the Total Rewards website!

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Transportation Engineer 1:

Bachelor's degree in engineering; Accepted for Basic Fundamentals of Engineering Examination (EIT exam) by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors.

Transportation Engineer 2:

Valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 12 mos. exp. as Transportation Engineer 1, 85641.

-Or Bachelor's degree in engineering; valid certificate as Engineer-In-Training issued or accepted as equivalent by Ohio Board of Registration for Professional Engineers & Surveyors; 2 yrs. engineering related experience.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated registration.

This position is overtime eligible based on FLSA Standards.

All bargaining unit new hires must serve a one (1) year probationary period.

Position will be filled pursuant to the provision of the OCSEA/AFSCME Contract.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.