Senior Marine Engineer - Washington State Ferries

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!

Washington State Ferries (WSF) is an essential part of Washington’s transportation network. Every year, we carry nearly 20 million passengers across Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands on more than 400 sailings a day. Our dedicated teams with over 2,100 people work together to serve our communities and shape the future of ferry travel.

WSDOT is currently seeking a Senior Marine Engineer to join our Terminal Engineering team. In this role, you will manage the development of PS&E and/or Design‑Build project packages—from initial scoping through contract award—and provide design support during construction. Your work will directly support the safe and reliable operation of ferry terminals throughout the Puget Sound region, helping maintain critical infrastructure that serves the public, communities, and businesses.

As we navigate a once-in-a-generation transformation to decarbonize our system — guided by our core values Serve, Respect, Trust, Grow Navigate— and bold strategic priorities Service Excellence, Improved Communication and Empowered People — there’s never been a more meaningful time to come aboard at Washington State Ferries.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Senior marine Engineer will:

• Prepare and review complex PS&E plans, specifications, and estimates for terminal projects.
• Apply terminal civil design standards and provide technical review of design documentation and approvals.
• Draft geometric design elements and finalize horizontal/vertical alignments using approved software.
• Develop coordinated quantity calculations and cost estimates across multiple disciplines.
• Lead design efforts for terminal preservation and improvement projects, managing scope, schedule, and deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with WSDOT design criteria, environmental requirements, and WSF operational needs.
• Coordinate design activities with civil, electrical, mechanical/vessel, architectural, and security/IT teams.
• Support construction phase coordination and perform other duties as assigned.
• Uphold WSF’s strategic priorities (Service Excellence, Improved Communication, and Empowered People) and values (Serve, Grow, Trust, Respect, and Navigate), ensuring they are embedded in WSF’s culture through leadership actions

To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required
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• Technical Engineering Expertise
  • Applied knowledge of civil and/or structural engineering principles, including experience preparing or reviewing engineering plans, reports, and design documents.
  • Demonstrated familiarity with transportation engineering, terminal or site design, and related multi‑discipline elements (mechanical, electrical, architectural, hydraulic, sanitary, and geotechnical).
  • Working knowledge of marine construction methods and waterfront infrastructure.
  • Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and codes such as ADA, UBC, AASHTO, TDM, and WSDOT design standards.
• Environmental & Regulatory Compliance
  • Experience working with environmental laws, permit applications, and construction/environmental compliance processes (NEPA, SEPA, local permitting, etc.).
  • Ability to coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies during project review and approval.
• Project & Risk Management
  • Demonstrated experience managing complex engineering projects (scope, schedule, budget, deliverables).
  • Ability to document, assess, and manage project risks using established tools and standards.
  • Experience leading or coordinating multi‑discipline project teams.
• Contracting &…