Transportation Engineer 2 | Spokane (Multiple Positions)

Washington State

  • Spokane, WA Spokane County, WA
  • $71,472-96,144 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 13 days ago
DescriptionAbout WSDOTWashington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!The OpportunityWSDOT is currently looking for enthusiastic individuals who have a passion for creative solutions, innovation, and can provide success in collaborative efforts to fill multiple Transportation Engineer 2 positions based in Spokane, WA area. These positions will support various offices in the Spokane Engineering Office. As the Transportation Engineer, you will join any of the dynamic teams of Project Development, Contract Administration, and Construction business needs of the Eastern Region. These positions contribute to the delivery of Eastern Region projects by performing transportation engineering work, ensuring highway construction projects are designed and built in compliance with standard specifications and contract plans. This is accomplished by preparing plans, specifications, estimates, reports, and other documents that will be used to improve the safety, quality, and capacity of the State's Transportation System. These positions will independently apply standard engineering procedures and techniques to accomplish a wide variety of work in the office and/or field. The successful candidates may also have the opportunity to lead and train technical support staff and entry-level engineers.What to ExpectWork is performed indoors in an office environment and outdoors in inclement weather on project sites and in active construction zones. The typical work schedule is Monday-Friday. May work weekends or night hours during construction including overtime. May travel for construction assignments and training.Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Engineer 2 will:
  • Serve as a design team leader and use various software to prepare reports, contract plans, specifications, and estimates for highway projects
  • Use a computer to evaluate field data and/or survey data to determine quantities, elevations, coordinates, grades, and curve data.
  • Prepare design-build contract procurement documents.
  • Serve as a lead project inspector administering small and large-scale construction projects.
  • Develop site and work specific pre-activity safety plans in advance of construction inspection activities.
  • Perform quality verification inspection of construction activities, auditing compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits, and commitments.
  • Prepare Inspector Daily Reports, project records, and photographically document work activities and contract issues.
  • Check that permanent contract materials are only being placed with prior approval and perform audits to check that materials are being sampled and tested according to contract requirements.
  • Measure and record materials quantities, visually inspect material installations on project sites, provide material testing and communicate these findings with the Contractor and Office Engineer.
  • Review project progress and prepare field notes and other pay notes so that payment can be made in a timely manner for completed contract work.
  • Coordinate with the contractor's representatives regarding schedule and clarify questions pertaining to contract documents.
QualificationsTo be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:Technical Engineering Expertise: Applying engineering principles, methods, and practices. Applying construction practices and contract administration. Conducting and interpreting material testing procedures. Performing work equivalent to Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or Bridge Engineer 1 levels. Equivalent experience would be considered demonstrating engineering principles, methods, and practices, construction practices and contract administration and material testing procedures.Certification & Regulatory Compliance: Achieving and maintaining WSDOT General Inspector certification. Achieving and maintaining WAQTC qualified tester certification (or equivalent). Achieving and maintaining ACI qualified tester certification (or equivalent). Engineer -in-Training (EIT) certification.Safety & Operational Competence: Safely operating vehicles in compliance with licensing requirements.Professional Experience & Application: Applying technical knowledge gained from one or more years in engineering/technician roles, or equivalent practical experience.Important Notes
  • This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
  • This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
  • To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
  • In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable
. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code. * WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit
.Why WSDOT
  • 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 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. Go to
for more information.Check out this video to learn more:How to ApplyApplications 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 explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
  • Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.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. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/ or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the recruiter listed.Contact UsFor inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Amanda Strebeck, at . Please be sure to reference Transportation Engineer 2 #61332 in the subject line.

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