About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure that people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project. 

The Opportunity

The Northwest Region (NWR) is eager to hire an experienced engineer looking to advance their career to assist in the delivery of WSDOT projects as Assistant Project Engineer in our Burlington project office. This position will provide required project oversight as a licensed professional engineer, oversee contract preparation, and facilitate the administration of designing and constructing contracts to ensure timely completion with the least amount of impact to the traveling public. The appointee to this position is expected to consider personal, coworker, and public safety as their top priority during the planning and performance of all project activities.  
 
What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Assistant Project Engineer will:

• Ensure all assigned projects are managed according to WSDOT policy, delivered on or before scheduled due date, within or under budgeted amount, and are constructible, maintainable, and cost effective for all stakeholders and customers. 
• Strategically plan the budget, schedule, and workforce necessary to deliver capital improvement projects. 
• Partner with internal departments and external agencies, consultants, and public entities regarding what provisions will be addressed in the project development process for each project and executing the resulting requirements in construction contracts. 
• Report on the status of assigned projects to WSDOT Regional and Executive leadership to support and improve the accountability of WSDOT. 
• Coordinate input and resolve conflicts with internal organizations, personnel, external agencies, contractors, consultants, and the general public. 

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

• Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Civil Engineering within the State of Washington or the ability to obtain within six months of appointment. 
• Current driver’s license. 

In addition to:

• Ability to manage and monitor budgets for multiple projects
• Knowledge of:
  1. Highway design and planning, specification and estimate preparation
  2. Highway construction and construction practices
  3. Surveying and surveying practices. 
  4. WSDOT highway engineering practices, technical procedures and management processes. 
  5. Environmental laws, regulations, and issues. 
  6. Programming and budget procedures

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering
• Ability to communicate effectively to develop and implement long-term plans and facilitate conversations between competing interests. 
• Knowledge and experience of the Legislative processes. 

Important Notes 

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid work options
• By issuance of proclamation, the Governor of Washington State mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. This is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes, however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• The information provided on your application profile, any supplemental material attached to your application, and the responses to the supplemental questions will be used to determine qualifications for interview selection. Therefore, it is to your advantage that your application packet be completed in as much detail as possible. 
• The recruiting efforts for this position may be extended beyond the displayed closing date for as long and until a sufficient candidate pool has been established. However, the first review of applications will be conducted on February 28th. The Appointing Authority reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any time thereafter. It is to your benefit to submit your application as soon as possible.
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available to staff, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• Paid Leave – In addition to 10 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
• Tuition Assistance – Our employees have several options for assistance with education expenses, including tuition reimbursement programs, government discounts at participating colleges throughout the state, and eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.  

Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?

How to Apply 

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:

• An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.
• An attached Cover Letter that further details your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.

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WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply.

Contact us: 

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 21DOT-NWR-1W128 in the subject line. 

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