Transportation Engineer In-Training MATS Lab

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 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 a Transportation Engineer 3 in‑training position for the NCR Materials Office. The primary objective of this Transportation Engineer 3 In‑Training position is to support the North Central Region (NCR) Materials Office in the development of pavement preservation designs, small foundation designs, infiltration reports, and construction support activities related to pavement and materials engineering. This position assists the Region Materials Engineer in evaluating pavement conditions, developing strategic preservation recommendations, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders, and ensuring engineering solutions comply with WSDOT policies, standards, and project delivery requirements.

This position supports WSDOT’s mission by helping to provide safe, reliable, and cost‑effective transportation infrastructure through effective stewardship of the region’s roadway system, application of sound engineering principles, and implementation of appropriate pavement preservation and materials practices.

• Perform pavement investigations, determine pavement integrity, surfacing quality, and soil bearing values.
• Apply WSDOT Pavement Policy guidelines and engineering principles on Preservation Design Projects.
• Consult with HQ Pavement in evaluating pavement preservation design to develop effective solutions that meet budget constraints and address roadway preservation needs.
• Consult with Region Maintenance to evaluate pavement performance.
• Consult with Region Program Management to ensure P1 Project Delivery constraints are met.
• Prepare small foundation reports for illumination and ITS systems in accordance with HQ Geotech manual design criteria.
• Consult with Project Office regarding the project’s illumination or ITS small foundation needs.
• Prepare Infiltration Reports.
• Coordinate with Project Office regarding highway runoff needs.

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.

• Continuous Learning and Professional Development Actively demonstrates a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth in pavement engineering, geotechnical engineering, materials engineering, and transportation infrastructure.
• Customer Service and Partnership Demonstrates a willingness to provide responsive customer service and collaborate with project development, maintenance, construction, and planning staff to support agency objectives.
• Engineering Analysis and Technical Proficiency Demonstrated ability to apply engineering and mathematical principles to evaluate pavement conditions, soil characteristics, drainage/infiltration requirements, and transportation infrastructure performance.
• Technical Documentation and Interpretation Ability to read, interpret, evaluate, and prepare engineering documents including pavement design reports, small foundation reports, infiltration reports, plans, specifications, estimates, test reports, and technical recommendations.
• Digital Tools and Data Management Proficiency in computer‑based tools such as Microsoft Office and engineering software used for pavement management, pavement design, geotechnical investigations, data analysis, reporting, and project coordination.
• Communication and Stakeholder Collaboration Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly…