Development Branch Project Engineer (WMS3)

Spokane County, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 103632 - 132936

Posted on: 7 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 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 seekinga Development Branch Project Engineer to lead and mentor a multidisciplinary team of engineers surveyors and 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 Washingtonor 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.
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 applicableCollective Bargaining Agreements. Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in Chapter 357-28of 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.
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 toState Benefitsfor 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

For inquiries aboutthis posting you may contact the assigned Recruiter at. Please be sure to reference 25DOT-ER-6W019 in the subject line.

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DescriptionAbout WSDOTThe 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 ...