Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training) | Multiple

State of Washington • Chelan County – Wenatchee, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking multiple Transportation Engineers to support both design and construction engineering activities within the Project Engineering Office (PEO). In this role, you will contribute to the development of plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and other engineering documents that support the safety, quality, and capacity of the state’s transportation system. You will also assist with construction oversight by collecting field data, inspecting contractor work, measuring and documenting contract quantities, and coordinating with engineering staff in the field. This position plays an important role in ensuring transportation projects are designed and constructed in accordance with contract requirements and engineering standards. Through this work, you will help deliver reliable transportation infrastructure that supports WSDOT’s mission.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of civil, structural, environmental, construction, mechanical, or transportation engineering principles, as evidenced by the ability to apply engineering concepts to analyze data, interpret plans or specifications, support design or project development activities, and resolve technical issues, certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT), or equivalent applied experience.
• Experience applying engineering concepts, standards, and practices to transportation projects, including design and construction activities.
• Knowledge and proficiency in computer applications, including engineering design software and computer-aided drafting tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to contractors, designers, colleagues, support offices, and the traveling public, and the ability to foster positive working relationships in collaborative, multidisciplinary environments.
• Ability to apply engineering concepts, standards, and practices to transportation projects while learning and working under the guidance of more experienced engineers.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications, including familiarity with engineering design software and computer-aided drafting tools, with the ability to learn agency-specific systems.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information clearly and work collaboratively with contractors, designers, colleagues, support offices, and the traveling public.
• Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Takes action to meet the needs of others.
• General Inspector Certification (within 12 months of hire).
• Construction Materials Testing Certifications (within 12 months of hire).
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, traverse uneven terrain, and perform duties in confined spaces while maintaining safety protocols.
• Ability to adjust work schedules to align with contractor activities, including working long hours, nights, and weekends when necessary.
• A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with transportation engineering concepts including highway geometric design, traffic design, surveying, hydraulics and stormwater management, and construction management.
• Knowledge of project development activities such as conducting field reviews, evaluating designs, performing data analysis, and preparing or reviewing reports, estimates, plans, specifications, and special provisions.
• Proficient knowledge of project management practices used to plan, coordinate, and deliver engineering projects.
• Proficiency in engineering design software, including OpenRoads, to support transportation design and project development.
• Knowledge of the surrounding geographic area and transportation system to support project planning, coordination, and field activities.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT).

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, contract plans, specifications, and engineers’ estimates for highway improvement projects.
• Develop design documentation using Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software to produce design and right-of-way plan sheets.
• Analyze field and survey data to determine quantities, elevations, coordinates, grades, and curve data for transportation projects.
• Evaluate engineering designs using accident data, traffic data, hydraulic considerations, environmental constraints, and applicable design standards.
• Assist with the preparation and documentation of project records, including estimates, final records, and as-built plans.
• Inspect highway construction activities such as earthwork, concrete, asphalt paving, and drainage to ensure compliance with contract plans and specifications.
• Measure and document material quantities and installation conditions while coordinating with contractors and project staff to resolve questions related to contract requirements.
• Drive a state vehicle to project sites across the region, including remote locations, to perform field inspection and support engineering staff.

Benefits

• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may earn up to 25 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed