Assistant Corridor Operations Engineer; TE, In-Training

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 leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

WSDOT is currently seeking an experienced and technically skilled Assistant Corridor Operations Engineer (TE3) to support the operation of transportation systems in the Southwest Region Traffic Management Center. This engineer analyzes real-time data from traffic management systems, Washington State Patrol resources, field crews, and partner agencies to develop and implement effective responses to incidents and changing traffic conditions. The position applies advanced knowledge of traffic signals, ramp meters, advanced traffic management systems, variable message signs, peak-use shoulder lanes, and incident response strategies to optimize the transportation network.

As a key point of contact during freeway and arterial emergencies, the candidate selected for this role will develop integrated response plans with local agencies and make timely decisions that directly impact public safety, mobility, and regional traffic flow.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Analyze Real Time Transportation System Performance of Regional Arterial and Highway Systems.
• Analyze, plan, implement, and direct others to apply system modifications to mitigate impacts due to abnormal traffic flows, special events, or incidents.
• Manually adjust ramp meters and traffic signal phasing and timing.
• Implement ramp and roadway closures, Active Traffic Management (ATM) and lane control signage, and Peak Use Shoulder.
• Direct Traffic Management Center staff to utilize Variable Message Signs, Highway Advisory Radio and Roads System to notify traveling public.
• Cultivate and practice collaborative partnerships with local and bi-state agencies.
• Provide strategic coordination and collaboration via the Virtual Coordination Center.
• Program ramp meters, ATM settings and algorithms, and data station.
• Create and review messaging plans for routine planned construction or roadway closures.
• Acknowledge and professionally respond to constituent feedback on operational concerns verbally and in writing.

This is a Transportation Engineer 3 position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position 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 competencies are required:

• Engineering Knowledge:Demonstrated knowledge of civil engineering principles and ability to apply entry-level civil engineering practices to transportation-related projects typically demonstrated through a bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering and/or Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT).
• Traffic Operations Knowledge: Basic understanding of Traffic Operations, including field analysis, programming traffic system modifications, and modifying algorithms to optimize traffic flow and control.
• Transportation System Technology:Ability to use established transportation managements systems and software to monitor conditions and support adjustments to traffic signals, ramp meters, signs,…