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Founding Engineer Jobs in Connecticut (NOW HIRING)

Highway Project Engineer

Rocky Hill, CT · Hybrid

$115K - $145K/yr

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Project Engineer out of any of our New England office ... Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson's mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain ...

Transit and Rail Civil Engineer Job Locations US-CT-Wethersfield ID 2026-5914 Category Engineering ... Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported ...

ABOUT THE POSITION Civil Engineer - Transportation Transit & Rail | Hybrid | Wethersfield, CT VHB ... Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported ...

Highway Project Engineer

Rocky Hill, CT · Hybrid

$115K - $145K/yr

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Project Engineer out of any of our New England office ... Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson's mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Civil Engineer - Transportation Transit & Rail | Hybrid | Wethersfield ... Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported ...

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION Civil Engineer - Transportation Transit & Rail | Hybrid | Wethersfield ... Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported ...

Weston & Sampson is seeking a mid-career HVAC Engineer 5-15 years of experience to join our MEP ... Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson's mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain ...

Senior Highway Project Manager / Engineer

Wethersfield, CT · On-site

$99K - $129K/yr

Senior Highway Project Manager / Engineer Job Locations US-CT-Wethersfield ID 2026-5920 Category ... Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported ...

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How much do founding engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for founding engineer in Connecticut is $65,983.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $49,000.00 and $74,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the biggest challenges a founding engineer typically faces at an early-stage startup?

As a Founding Engineer, you’ll often be tasked with building a product from the ground up while balancing rapid development with long-term technical vision. Resource constraints and evolving product requirements can require creative problem-solving and the ability to prioritize effectively. You’ll work closely with the founding team, making pivotal decisions that shape both technology and culture, so adaptability and a hands-on approach are important. While the environment can be demanding and ambiguous, it also offers unique opportunities to learn, take ownership, and have a major impact on the success of the company.

What is a founding engineer?

A Founding Engineer is one of the first technical hires at a startup, responsible for building the company's core products and setting the foundation for its technology stack. They work closely with the founders, making key architectural decisions, writing production-ready code, and often wearing multiple hats across engineering, product, and strategy. This role requires a mix of deep technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced, early-stage environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the founding engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Founding Engineer, you need deep expertise in software development, system architecture, and product design, typically backed by experience with startups or building products from scratch. Familiarity with modern programming languages, cloud platforms, and agile tools such as Git, AWS, and Jira is often essential. Exceptional problem-solving, strong ownership mentality, and the ability to communicate clearly in fast-paced, unstructured environments set standout candidates apart. These skills are crucial because Founding Engineers must quickly turn vision into reality, adapt to changing needs, and help establish the technical foundation of a new company.

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Infographic showing various Founding Engineer job openings in Connecticut as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Internship, 33% Full Time, and 34% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $65,983 per year, or $31.7 per hour.

Highway Project Engineer

Weston & Sampson

Rocky Hill, CT • Hybrid

$115K - $145K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 6 days ago


Job description

 

Weston & Sampson is currently seeking a Project Engineer out of any of our New England office locations with 6 to 12 years of experience with roadway/highway design work. With the influx of infrastructure funding, Weston & Sampson is continually looking to expand our transportation practice with highly talented and passionate professionals.

 

You will be part of a team of nearly a dozen engineers who focus on roadway and highway design, traffic engineering and transportation planning, and stormwater, hydraulics and permitting. You will work closely with Project Managers and Team Leaders who will mentor you and guide you to success with your career at Weston & Sampson.

What you'll do:

  • Opportunity with a variety of projects including roadway design along municipal and state highways, intersection improvements such as roundabouts and signalized intersections, streetscape, multi-use pathways, ADA enhancements, bridge projects, and drainage improvement projects
  • Be flexible in terms of handling multiple and wide range of assignments
  • Responsible for carrying out all design tasks of a project including roadway geometry and plans, estimates, technical specifications, and reports while adhering to the project scope, budget, and schedule
  • Direct contact with Clients, supporting the Project Manager with response to correspondence and meeting preparation, attendance, and presentations
  • Opportunity to present at public information meetings and municipal meetings (i.e. inland wetlands)
  • Mentor and assist staff engineers
  • Active involvement with professional organizations such as CSCE, ACEC, ITE, WTS, etc. is encouraged to enhance relationships with peers. 

What you will bring:

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering
  • Master of Science in Civil or Transportation Engineering a plus
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in either MA, NH, CT (or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months)
  • NCEES Record a plus
  • Proficiency in Autocad Civil 3D or Bentley OpenRoads is required; experience in both is a plus
  • Experience with HydroCAD or StormCAD a plus
  • Established relationships with CTDOT and CT Municipalities a plus
  • Experience in the use of the relevant CTDOT Design Manuals and AASHTO Green Book
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and organization and time management skills required
  • Valid driver's license

Pay Range: $115,000.00 - $145,000.00 depending on experience

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Overview

Weston & Sampson is an 100% employee-owned, full-service environmental and infrastructure consulting firm made up of more than 800 professionals, who work together to develop innovative, cost-effective solutions for our clients. Since our founding in 1899, Weston & Sampson's mission has been to protect, improve, and sustain the natural and built environment to enhance the quality of life. As we grow, we are seeking dedicated technical and professional individuals who want to collaborate on meaningful projects with a team that respects and values their ideas. Weston & Sampson offers a flexible work environment, competitive compensation, industry-leading benefits, and exciting career growth opportunities-all in a supportive and dynamic corporate culture that embraces diverse perspectives and recognizes people for their contributions.

Weston & Sampson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace the rich perspectives and experiences that arise from people of different races, ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientation, gender identities, ages, socio-economic statuses, abilities, and religions, as well as other untapped groups, within our Weston & Sampson family and the communities we serve. Weston & Sampson is committed to the principles of Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Access (IDEA). Our goal is to foster a sense of belonging and equitable representation across our organization and to empower our employees to incorporate IDEA values into the work they perform.

Your world is always changing, and so are we. Join us as we grow: https://www.westonandsampson.com/join-our-team/

A Note to Third-Party Recruiters:

Weston & Sampson coordinates all recruiting and hiring at our company.  We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters, staffing agencies or related firms.  Resumes are only accepted if a signed agreement is in place.  All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Weston & Sampson.  Weston & Sampson is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

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