The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency known for its excellence in transportation. They are seeking multiple Transportation Engineer 2s (TE2) In-Training to support highway transportation projects, ensuring compliance with specifications and improving the state's transportation system. The role involves design, inspection, and quality auditing of projects, contributing to the agency's strategic goals.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate or perform site reviews and the collection of existing available data of the project area
- From basic data, utilize CAD software to draft sheets for design reports and contract plans
- Utilize manual methods or applicable computer software to create alignments, develop cross sections, determine earthwork quantities, calculate estimate costs, perform hydraulic analyses, and develop schedules
- Provide oversight inspection of the construction work for conformance to the Contract and environmental permits
- Prepare detailed and accurate contract documentation and engineering reports that support design
- Monitor quantity and quality of materials placed; verify materials are approved prior to incorporation into the project
- Evaluate, track and obtain approval of contractor submittals; monitor construction schedule and budget; assist in preparation of change order documentation
Skills
- A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles
- Western Alliance for Quality Transportation Construction (WAQTC) Certification and American Concrete (ACI) in assigned test methods or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire
- Technical Engineering Knowledge: Bachelor's degree in civil or structural engineering OR certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT); Basic understanding of civil, structural, geotechnical, or transportation engineering principles obtained through education, practical experience; Basic understanding of engineering concepts, standards, and practices and its application to real-world, beginning level transportation project scenarios, including design, materials, and construction activities
- Technical Competence: Skills in assisting with inspection, testing, and documentation of construction materials to ensure compliance with agency and industry specifications; Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents to support field and office engineering functions
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Knowledge/Understanding of identifying, analyzing, and resolving technical issues using sound engineering judgement; Skills in evaluating data, test results, and site conditions to ensure compliance with project requirements
- Communication: Skills in communicating effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders in both verbal and written formats; Ability to prepare accurate reports, field notes, and correspondence related to construction inspection and materials testing under the supervision of higher-level engineer
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
- Technical Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated experience applying foundational and advanced knowledge of civil, structural, geotechnical, or transportation engineering principles obtained through education, practical experience, or certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT); Ability to apply engineering concepts, standards, and practices to real-world transportation project scenarios, including design, materials, and construction activities
- Technical Competence: Skills in performing inspection, testing, and documentation of construction materials to ensure compliance with agency and industry specifications; Ability to interpret engineering plans, specifications, and contract documents to support field and office engineering functions
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving technical issues using sound engineering judgement; Skills in evaluating data, test results, and site conditions to ensure compliance with project requirements and recommending corrective actions when necessary
- Communication: Skills in communicating effectively with project teams, contractors, and stakeholders in both verbal and written formats; Ability to give guidance or prepare accurate reports, field notes, and correspondence related to construction inspection and materials testing
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
- Construction Inspection Skills: Beginning level design or construction inspection working experience gained through an internship or work experience on transportation engineering projects
- Integrated Project Delivery & Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated competency in all aspects of project delivery—including scoping, design, developing procurement documents, construction inspection/compliance, and construction administration—supported by certification as an Engineer-In-Training
Benefits
- Work-Life Balance – We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals’ lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available, including telework options for eligible positions.
- 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.
- Insurance Benefits – Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
- Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
- The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
- Retirement And Deferred Compensation – State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness – If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
- Holidays – Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
- Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
- Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
- Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
- Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
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