Transportation Engineer ; In-Training - Traffic Design

Position: Transportation Engineer 2 (In-Training) - Traffic Design
About WSDOT

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. Our dedicated workforce plans, designs, builds, and operates an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 20,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds the record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking multiple Transportation Engineer 2s to join the Olympic Region Traffic Office. In this role, you will help ensure highway construction projects are designed and constructed in compliance with standard specifications, contract requirements, and approved plans. These positions focus on designing signing, illumination, work zone traffic control, traffic signals, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS). This work directly supports WSDOT's mission by improving the safety, reliability, and resiliency of Washington's transportation system.

Successful candidates will also contribute to a workplace culture grounded in respect, equity, and belonging.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Engineer 2 will:

* Prepare design documentation, contract plans, special provisions, construction estimates, and field reviews for traffic engineering projects.

* Participate in project scoping by developing project engineering estimates and preliminary construction estimates for programming purposes.

* Develop traffic engineering discipline design documentation to support project delivery.

* Create traffic discipline plans, estimates, special provisions, and design package materials needed for project advertisement and bidding.

* Design and support the maintenance of traffic signals, illumination, signing, and intelligent transportation systems (ITS).

* Prepare and review work zone traffic control plans to maximize safety and minimize impacts to system users.

* Produce engineering designs, specifications, and estimates using computer-aided engineering software.

* Coordinate with internal region partners and external customers by preparing written correspondence and supporting collaboration efforts.

Qualifications

These are Transportation Engineer 2 positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the positions at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan.

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:

Transportation Engineer 1 (TE1) level:

* Engineering Fundamentals:
Foundational knowledge of basic engineering and mathematical principles to solve routine engineering problems, typically gained through education, experience, training, or certification (EIT or LSIT). Ability to apply this knowledge to design, construction, and inspection tasks.

Transportation Engineer 2 (TE2) level:

* Engineering Knowledge:
Comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of engineering principles, methods, and practices relevant to transportation projects. This includes experience in design development, construction techniques, material testing procedures, and/or contract administration;
Experience preparing construction contract documents or working for a Design Builder in an engineering capacity.

In addition to the above, the following are also required:

* Analytical and Technical Review:
Skills to examine, develop, and propose alternate solutions to complex elements of a project. Experience in reviewing engineering plans and specifications for compliance with established standards.

* Technology Proficiency:
Proficient in operating Windows-based computers and MS Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Word, as well as databases and computer-aided engineering software.

* Communication

Skills:

Skills to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly and effectively to diverse audiences, both virtually and in person, using a range of electronic communication methods such as email, telephone, text, video conferencing, and computer-based collaboration tools.

* Collaboration & Adaptability:
Skills to work productively both independently and as part of a team environment, prioritizing workload and handling multiple assignments, producing accurate and consistent results.

* Growth Mindset:
Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.

* Service-Oriented:
Takes action to meet the needs of others.

* A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.  

* Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.

* Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 35 pounds.

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