Transportation Engineer 3

State of Washington • Chelan County – Wenatchee, WA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to provide leadership across design and construction engineering functions within the Project Engineering Office. The position supports delivery of highway projects intended to improve the safety, quality, and capacity of Washington’s transportation system. It oversees design and construction activities to ensure projects meet WSDOT standards, contract requirements, and the needs of the traveling public.

The role develops and oversees State Highway project contracts and design documentation, manages project development schedules and coordination, and directs design projects from development through plan preparation. It also performs engineering and CADD work and analyzes field and engineering data. On the construction side, the position serves as Chief Inspector on multiple projects, directs inspection activities, coordinates with contractors and engineering staff, and documents project work and records.

The position offers flexible or hybrid remote work options. WSDOT is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

Requirements

• Foundational knowledge of transportation engineering principles and experience applying concepts, standards, and practices in delivering transportation projects.
• Experience preparing and managing project development schedules.
• Experience leading, training, and overseeing staff in completing project work.
• Experience inspecting contractor work, preparing field note records and daily reports, and ensuring contractor compliance with regulatory standards.
• Experience evaluating data, using standard engineering software to create designs and plan sheets, and preparing records, estimates, and other documents.
• Knowledge of databases, manuals, and other documents used to ensure conformity to design standards.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including coordinating with diverse audiences and running meetings.
• Demonstrated commitment to learning and growth.
• Willingness to take action to meet the needs of others.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to operate state-owned vehicles to travel to and between project sites, including remote areas and locations inaccessible to the public, such as shoulders or active construction zones.
• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.
• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a licensed Professional Engineer.
• Certification as an Engineer in Training (EIT).
• Proficiency in the engineering design software OpenRoads.
• Knowledge of the surrounding area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee contracts and design documentation for State Highway projects, including reports, contract plans, specifications, and estimates.
• Manage project development schedules, coordinate deliverables and milestones with support offices, project engineers, and outside partners, and report project status, schedule, and budget to Engineering Management.
• Direct complex and multiple small-scale design projects through design and plan preparation, including roadway, environmental, right-of-way, access control, and specialized engineering features.
• Perform CADD and computer-aided design work; evaluate field and engineering data; and analyze accident, traffic, hydraulics, environmental constraints, and design standards to support project development.
• Mentor others in implementing WSDOT design processes, design documentation, inspection methods, and contract requirements.
• Serve as Chief Inspector for multiple construction projects, overseeing contractor work and ensuring compliance with contract plans, specifications, and requirements.
• Direct and perform construction inspection activities, including staking, field data and paying quantities, earthwork, concrete, asphalt paving, drainage, highway structures, materials testing, and plant operations.
• Coordinate with contractors, Office Engineers, and engineering staff; prepare and coordinate contract estimates and final records; and document contract work and field activities.

Benefits

• Up to 12 paid holidays.
• Full-time employees may earn up to 25 paid vacation days per year.
• Permanent employees have education-expense assistance options, including tuition reimbursement programs and government discounts at participating colleges throughout Washington.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Comprehensive benefits package with a variety of healthcare options.
• Choice of state retirement programs.
• Work-life balance commitment.

What This Job Offers

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