About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure 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
WSDOT is currently seeking a Design and Construction Engineer (Transportation Engineer 3) to support the Department’s mission by ensuring highway projects are designed and constructed in compliance with established Department standards. This is accomplished by leading a team of engineers and technicians in performing skilled engineering tasks on Design-Build and Design-Bid-Build projects. On Design-Build projects, the position will lead a team of quality verification engineers and technicians to evaluate the Design-Builders design and construction work for conformance with contract requirements, as well as monitor the performance of the Design-Builder’s quality programs. On Design-Bid-Build projects, the position will lead a team of design engineers and CAD technicians in the development of the plans, specifications, and estimates and lead inspectors and technicians in the inspection of contractor construction work. This position must exercise considerable independence of action and judgment in making engineering decisions. As a Transportation Engineer 3 in the Port Orchard Project Engineering Office (PEO), the incumbent is placed in the position as Design and Construction Engineer.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Design and Construction Engineer will:

• Provide supervision and guidance to designers and technicians in the preparation of environmental documentation, access control plans, right-of-way plans and hydraulic reports; evaluate deviations from established standards or practices and oversee the preparation of supporting documentation for approval authorities.
• Coordinate with other Region and Olympia State Headquarter offices on design and resolution of issues on projects; responsible for project management (monitoring expenditures and scheduling).
• Prepare contract correspondence, review required contract documents generated by construction projects and prepare change order documentation.
• Resolve conflicts between contract plans and field conditions on projects; schedule personnel to cover workload for inspection and testing duties on assigned projects.
• Supervise and manage a team of QV inspectors, engineers and technicians; provide mentoring and guidance to QV engineers and technicians.
• Lead quality verification and design oversight duties; lead coordination of various in-house support groups as well as with external consultants and stakeholders.
• Coordinate timely review of design documentation, submittals for conformance with contract requirements, and ensure all comments provided to the Design-Builder are contractually compliant and support project goals.

• One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent such as Bridge Engineer 2 or Transportation Planning Specialist 2, or equivalent experience.
• Experience performing mathematic calculations in an accurate and concise manner.
• Proven skills in reading and accurately interpreting design, contract plans and specifications, and related construction documents.
• Proven interpersonal skills or supervisory experience to effectively supervise, mentor, and train staff members.
• Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, methods and practices as well as a working knowledge of standards related to contract administration and documentation.
• Knowledge and understanding of contractor/owner relationships and basic contract law.
• Experience reviewing engineering plans and specifications for compliance with established standards.
• Skills related to computer applications involving databases, word processing and spreadsheets.
• Ability to communicate technical information effectively to people with varying backgrounds.
• Valid Driver’s license.

• A Bachelor’s degree with major study in civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, traffic, transportation or a closely related field.
• Certification as an Engineer-in-training or Licensed Professional Engineer in Washington State.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.   
• This position is not eligible for remote work.
• Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate 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.  
• WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. For more information, please visit www.uscis.gov

• Work-Life Balance – We offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
• Tuition Assistance – Permanent 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.  
• Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options. Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more.