Design Documentation Engineer (TE3)

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 addition to maintaining over 20000 lane miles of state highway and 4100 bridges WSDOT manages the worlds longest floating bridge leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan holds the record for the worlds widest tunneling project and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is currently seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to be responsible for Design Documentation compliance in the Eastern Region Development Branch for WSDOT projects. The primary duties of the position include reviewing and ensuring that designs are complete accurate internally consistent properly documented and in conformance with WSDOT policies. This position is considered one of the Region Subject Matter Experts for the Design Manual and provides guidance to project offices on preparation of Design Documentation. This position works with a secondary Design Documentation Engineer who will be responsible for Design Documentation compliance for Local Programs Developer and Transportation Improvement Board (TIB) projects affecting highways within the Eastern Region.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role the Design Documentation Engineer will:

• Review project designs and design documentation for all stages of the design process kickoff meeting through advertisement; design work includes review of Region local agency and developer project designs and documentation
• Recommend approval of or changes to design and design documentation; track design status of projects and participate in Plans Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) status meetings.
• Understand the Plans/Design Managers duties and perform duties in absence and as assigned during peak workloads.
• Complete initial contact for design questions from Project Engineer Office; not limited to ADA maximum extent feasible submittals and guardrail/barrier options.

Qualifications

To be considered for this opportunity the following competencies are required:

• Design Documentation Expertise: Demonstrated ability to review interpret and ensure design documentation complies with WSDOT policies manuals and engineering standards throughout all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Engineering Principles & Technical Knowledge: Proficient in applying civil engineering principles to design plan and review transportation infrastructure projects.
• Leadership and Staff Supervision: Ability to lead supervise and mentor technical staff fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in communicating complex engineering concepts clearly to diverse stakeholders both written and verbally.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:

• Transportation Engineering & Project Leadership: Demonstrated ability to apply professional transportation engineering knowledge and experience in design PS&E development and documentation supported by a 2- or 4-year engineering-related degree while providing effective leadership and supervision to technical staff.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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 .

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. 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 mayearn 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.
• PlanFor 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.

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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 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.

Contact Us

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