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Development Branch Project Engineer (WMS3)
State of Washington
Dept. of Transportation
Location
Washington, 98504
Salary
$8,636 - $11,078
per month
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves leading a team of engineers, surveyors, and technicians in the Washington State Department of Transportation to design and improve highway projects, while providing training and ensuring designs meet high standards.
You'll work closely with other teams to coordinate early planning, review designs, and streamline processes for better efficiency.
It's a great fit for an experienced engineer who enjoys mentoring others, solving complex transportation problems, and driving improvements in a large public agency.
Key Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of highway engineering practices, including traffic design, geotechnical, structural, hydraulics, environmental, and materials applications
- Ability to interpret and apply engineering principles to complex transportation challenges in line with standards
- Proven supervisory leadership experience in guiding and developing professional engineering staff
- Progressive experience applying engineering principles across various technical areas and responsibilities
- Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous learning
- Service-oriented approach to meeting the needs of others and stakeholders
- Understanding of WSDOT contracts, policies, guidelines, and project delivery processes
Full Job Description
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!
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking a Development Branch Project Engineer to lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers, surveyors, and technicians.
In this role, you will provide design expertise and technical guidance to elevate competency across the region through training, mentoring, and thorough design reviews.
You will collaborate closely with Project Engineering Offices (PEOs) to ensure effective communication, early design coordination, and well-informed decision-making prior to the 30% review stage.
This position also plays a key role in evaluating and refining development workflows to improve overall quality, consistency, and efficiency within the program.What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Development Branch Project Engineer will:
- Empower and support a large, diverse staff while applying WSDOT personnel management policies, performance plans, and employee development practices.
- Model and uphold Agency and Regional core values in all leadership and operational activities.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders on a wide range of technical topics.
- Partner with management, project offices, and support groups to lead strategic change and promote continuous improvement.
- Evaluate and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, consistency, and workflow quality.
- Understand WSDOT contracts, policies, guidelines, and project delivery processes to support successful program outcomes.
- Deliver projects on time and within budget through effective PS&E reviews, coordination, and schedule tracking.
- Facilitate early design collaboration to ensure accurate design decisions and smooth project delivery.
Qualifications
To be considered for this opportunity, the following are required:
- Transportation Engineering Expertise: Demonstrated ability to apply extensive knowledge of highway engineering practices and technical procedures, including traffic design, geotechnical, structural, hydraulics, environmental, and materials applications.
- Engineering Judgment & Technical Application: Proven ability to interpret and apply engineering principles to complex transportation challenges in alignment with established engineering standards and technical guidance.
- Supervisory Leadership Experience: Demonstrated ability to lead, guide, and develop professional engineering staff in delivering high-quality work.
- Progressive Engineering Experience: Demonstrated application of engineering principles across varied responsibilities and technical areas.
- Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
- Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.
In addition to the above, the following are also required:
- Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or licensed as a PE in another state with the ability to obtain licensure in Washington State within six (6) months of hire.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Civil Engineering Fundamentals:Ability to apply essential civil engineering theory to evaluate issues and make informed technical decisions.
- Engineering Theory & Application Interest: Demonstrated capability to understand the technical basis of engineering tasks and apply that knowledge effectively.
- Construction Experience: Experience at the E-3 level or higher providing practical understanding of contract law, specification performance in the field, and standard construction practices.
Important Notes
- This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- 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.gov.
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.
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 individuals’ lifestyle.
- 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. Go to State Benefits for more information.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine 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 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.
Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
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 contact the listed Recruiter.
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.gov.
Contact Us
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at yasmin.munoz@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-ER-6W019 in the subject line.
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