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 Transportation Engineer 3 for the Tacoma Project Engineering Office (PEO) to be responsible for managing, mentoring, and assigning work to a team of engineers and technicians performing design and developing Project, Specifications, & Estimates (PS&E) in support of transportation projects. This position also is responsible for managing construction inspection and materials testing in support of construction administration. This position supports WSDOT’s mission by ensuring highway construction projects are designed and constructed in compliance with WSDOT standard specifications, contract specifications and contract plans.
 
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Design and Construction Engineer will:

• Develop and complete preliminary estimates, design documentation, and PS&E’s for projects.
• 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 oversees the preparation of supporting documentation for approval authorities.
• Oversee assembly and distribution of design documentation and PS&E packages for review and/or approval; coordinate with other Region and Olympia Service Center offices to coordinate design and resolve issues on projects; meet with outside agencies and private parties to discuss, plan, and coordinate projects.
• Provide supervision and guidance to inspectors and technicians in inspection procedures, requirements, and materials documentation preparation.
• Responsible for day-to-day contract administration of assigned construction projects; prepare contract correspondence, review required contract documents generated by construction projects and prepare change order documentation.
• Perform field visits safely and ensures that employees are following WSDOT safety policies when out in the field.

• One (1) year as a Transportation Engineer 2 or equivalent design engineering experience.
• Ability to manage and deliver multiple projects involving a variety of resources, support groups and other agencies.
• 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, including planning, scheduling, and tracking the activities of staff.
• Experience in being able to effectively work both individually and within a diverse team environment.
• Proven skill to examine, develop and propose alternate solutions to complex elements of a project.
• 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.
• 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 Professional Engineering License in Civil Engineering or related discipline.

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.  
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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 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, including occasional telework for eligible positions.  
• 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.