Transportation Engineer 2

About WSDOT Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation

The Washington State Ferry (WSF) system is essential to Washington's transportation network, linking communities on both sides of Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands. There are over 400 sailings each day on 10 ferry routes.

WSF transports nearly 17 million passengers a year and has more than 1,800 employees. Employees perform a variety of duties on vessels, in terminals, at the maintenance facility, and at the Seattle headquarters.

The Opportunity WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 to prepare, process, and archive work order authorization packages for the Terminal Engineering Program Development and Delivery Manager. This position ensures that action requests on the work orders are properly documented. This position also includes monitoring, maintaining, and updating project information in the Capital Program Management System, or its equivalent, (TEIS), and other Transportation Capital Programs related to project scope, schedule, cost estimates, and expenditure aging to ensure that all data is accurate and up-to-date based on information from various sources.

What to Expect Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you/the Transportation Engineer 2 will: Prepare, process, and archive work order authorization packages. Prepare and process WSF Change Management to ensure projects are adequately funded and project changes are documented. Monitor, maintain, and update project information in the Capital Program Management System or its equivalent and other Transportation Capital Programs. Prepare correspondence as directed relating to project scope, estimates, and scheduling information.

Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity, the following are

required : Two (2) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, Bridge Engineer 1 or equivalent. OR Certification as an Engineer-In-Training

and

one (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3. Bridge Engineer 1 or equivalent. OR Master’s degree with a major study in civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, traffic, transportation, or a closely related field. And Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills (speech, listening, and writing), since much of the job is obtaining information from others within and outside the office and relaying this information to others in all forums. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills and is able to coordinate work with internal and external office personnel It is

preferred

that qualified candidates also have: Advanced working knowledge of Transportation Capital Programs, CPMS, TEIS, TRAINS, FRIS, and Cognos.

Important Notes This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options. The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County. An additional general wage increase of 3% will be applied for all state employees on July 1, 2024. In addition to base salary, employees may be entitled to other forms of compensation depending on the type, duties, or location of the position. For union-represented positions, more information on other forms of compensation can be found in the applicable

Collective Bargaining Agreements . Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in

Chapter 357-28

of the Washington Administrative Code. WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit

www.uscis.wa.gov

Why WSDOT 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 individual’s lifestyle. Paid Leave

– In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees 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. Go to

State Benefits

for more information.

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Why WSDOT?

How to Apply Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine your salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application: An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date. An attached Cover Letter that further explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role. Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. This information can be entered in the “References” section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

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WSDOT is an equal-opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds, and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. All persons, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may

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WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system, therefore we are not eligible to extend STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT). For more information, please visit

www.uscis.wa.gov

Contact Us For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter, Renee Mason, at renee.mason@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference

24DOT-WSF-90803

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