Design Engineer (TE2) In-Training | Multiple Positions

Design Engineer (TE2) In-Training | Multiple Positions

Salary

$69,375.00 - $102,963.00 Annually

Location

Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA

Job Type

Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment

Flexible/Hybrid

Job Number

26DOT-NWR-10156m

Department

Dept. of Transportation

Division

Northwest Region

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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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 leads an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, manages the worlds longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking several motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Engineers to serve as Design Engineers in Shoreline, WA. The Design Engineer is responsible for activities that are necessary to support the scoping, development, and implementation of assigned projects in areas including, but not limited to, safety, preservation, fish passage, and improvement. The Design Engineer position highly impacts WSDOTs mission to provide and support safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. Successful candidates will possess strong engineering judgment and a commitment to delivering transportation solutions that benefit the traveling public.

What to Expect

These positions may perform a limited amount of work in the field, outside of the traveled way. Exposure to hazards includes traffic, all weather conditions, and traversing uneven terrain.

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Design Engineer may:

• Proactively prepare plans, specifications, estimates, documentation, reports, data, or other items pertaining to the successful delivery of assigned projects.
• Analyze, track, and make recommendations affecting design schedule, scope, and budget.
• Develop special provisions and identify general special provisions needed for construction contracts.
• Compile, review, and address comments on all project deliverables; coordinate with reviewers and designers to ensure comments are resolved.
• Research and collect preliminary documents.
• Develop exhibits/plan sheets for design tasks; develop exhibits/plan sheets requested by support groups for their reports.
• Proactively and effectively coordinate design, contract development, schedules and budgets with WSDOT leadership, internal colleagues, support groups, and local agencies to deliver assigned transportation project(s).

Qualifications

These are Transportation Engineer 2 positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan.

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

• Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of civil engineering principles and ability to apply entry-level civil engineering practices to transportation-related projects typically demonstrated through formal education in civil engineering and/or Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT). Knowledge of basic engineering and mathematical principles.
• Engineering Technology & CADD: Demonstrated experience using engineering software, computer-aided drafting (CADD) applications, and other computer technologies to develop transportation design plans, profiles, cross-sections, and estimates. Ability to perform quality control reviews at various project development stages.
• Technology & Software: Experience using Microsoft Office Suite to support documentation and engineering tasks.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Experience reviewing, structuring, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to support sound engineering decisions.
• Communication & Interpersonal Proficiency: Effective written and verbal communication skills to share technical information clearly with a variety of stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and the public.
• Technical Writing & Documentation Skills: Experience creating and reviewing design documentation, stormwater reports, environmental documentation, and right-of-way and access plans.
• Planning & Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage concurrent projects, schedules, and deliverables.
• 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 Design Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform transportation design, including experience preparing or reviewing design plans, specifications, and estimates. Experience applying WSDOT design standards, methods, and processes to the development of project plans and design documentation.
• Project Management Exposure: Experience supporting or performing project management tasks such as organizing resources, tracking process, and contributing to successful project delivery, with specific experience utilizing Primavera P6.
• To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.

Important Notes

• This recruitment will be used to fill multiple design engineer positions in Shoreline, WA and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.

• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.

• These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options.

• These are Transportation Engineer 2 positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the classification series based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan. The annual salaries for each level are:

• Transportation Engineer 2: $76,545 - $102,967

• Transportation Engineer 1: $69,375 - $93,227

• 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.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.

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 of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may 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.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at Rachel.Giese@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NWR-10156m in the subject line.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

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.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

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. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

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.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

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). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

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. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 01-07-2026

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Please describe your relevant design engineering experience, including the types of transportation or infrastructure projects you have worked on and the length of time you performed this work in each relevant role. Include experience with transportation design, project development, technical documentation, data analysis, or project management, as applicable. If you do not have this experience, please enter N/A.

02

Engineering Knowledge: Select the option that best describes your knowledge and experience applying civil engineering principles to transportation-related projects.

• I have independently applied civil engineering principles to plan, design, review, or deliver transportation-related projects and served as a technical resource to others.
• I have applied civil engineering principles while supporting the design, review, or delivery of transportation-related projects.
• I have basic knowledge of civil engineering principles and have applied them in coursework, internships, or limited professional experience.
• I have little or no experience applying civil engineering principles to transportation-related projects.

03

Please select the response that best describes your highest level of completed education.

• I have a master's degree or higher.
• I have a bachelor's degree.
• I have an associate's degree.
• I have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• None of the above

04

If you indicated completion of a degree, please list your degree and field of study. Otherwise, enter N/A.

05

Do you have an EIT certification?

• Yes
• No

06

Engineering Technology & CADD: Select the option that best describes your experience using engineering design software and CADD applications.

• I have extensive experience using engineering design software and CADD applications to develop, review, and deliver transportation or civil engineering projects.
• I have regularly used engineering software or CADD applications to support project design and documentation.
• I have limited experience using engineering software or CADD applications.
• I have little or no experience using engineering design software.

07

Technical Software Proficiency: Select the option that best describes your proficiency using transportation engineering software.

• I am highly proficient using multiple transportation engineering software applications, including Microsoft Office, MicroStation, ProjectWise, and InRoads/OpenRoads, to support engineering design and project delivery.
• I am proficient using several transportation engineering software applications to complete engineering assignments.
• I have limited experience using transportation engineering software.
• I have little or no experience using transportation engineering software.

08

Which engineering software have you used professionally? (Select all that apply)

• MicroStation
• OpenRoads Designer
• InRoads
• ProjectWise
• Unifier
• AutoCAD
• Civil3D
• Primavera P6
• Other engineering design software
• None of the above

09

Data Collection & Analysis: Select the statement that best describes your experience gathering, analyzing, and documenting data to support engineering decisions.

• I independently gather, validate, analyze, and document complex engineering data from multiple sources and use the results to develop, evaluate, and support engineering recommendations and decisions.
• I have experience collecting and analyzing engineering, field, environmental, or transportation data and accurately documenting findings to support project decisions.
• I have experience collecting and documenting routine data and performing basic analysis using established procedures or guidance.
• I have limited experience collecting or analyzing engineering data but have education or training in a related field.
• I do not have this experience.

10

Technical Writing & Documentation Skills: Select the statement that best describes your experience preparing or reviewing engineering and project documentation.

• I independently prepare and review complex design documentation, stormwater reports, environmental documentation, right-of-way and access plans, and related technical materials for accuracy, completeness, consistency, and compliance with applicable standards.
• I have experience preparing or reviewing multiple types of engineering or project documentation, including design plans, technical reports, environmental documentation, or right-of-way materials.
• I have assisted with preparing or reviewing engineering documentation using established templates, standards, or guidance.
• I have limited experience preparing technical documentation but have education or training in engineering or a related field.
• I do not have this experience.

11

Planning & Organizational Skills: Select the statement that best describes your experience managing multiple projects, schedules, and deliverables.

• I independently manage multiple complex projects and competing priorities, establish schedules and milestones, coordinate resources, monitor deliverables, identify risks or delays, and adjust work plans to meet project requirements.
• I have experience managing multiple concurrent projects or assignments, tracking schedules and deliverables, coordinating with others, and adjusting priorities as needed.
• I have experience organizing assigned work, maintaining schedules, and completing multiple deliverables with established guidance.
• I have limited professional experience managing concurrent projects but have demonstrated organizational skills through education, internships, or other assignments.
• I do not have this experience.

12

Transportation Design Skills: Select the statement that best describes your experience preparing or reviewing transportation design.

• I independently prepare and review complex transportation design and prepare or review plans, specifications, and estimates while applying WSDOT design standards, methods, processes, and applicable engineering requirements.
• I have experience performing transportation design and preparing or reviewing design plans, specifications, and estimates, with working knowledge of applicable transportation design standards and processes.
• I have assisted with transportation design, plan preparation, specifications, or estimates using established standards and guidance.
• I have limited transportation design experience but have education or training in transportation engineering or a related discipline.
• I do not have this experience.

13

Project Management Exposure: Select the statement that best describes your experience supporting or performing project management activities.

• I independently perform project management activities, including organizing resources, developing and tracking schedules, monitoring progress and deliverables, coordinating project teams, and using Primavera P6 to manage complex transportation projects.
• I have experience supporting project management activities such as organizing resources, tracking progress and schedules, coordinating deliverables, and using Primavera P6 or comparable project scheduling software.
• I have assisted with project management activities, including tracking schedules, assignments, or deliverables, but have limited experience independently managing project activities.
• I have limited project management experience but have education or training in project management or scheduling.
• I do not have this experience.

14

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• Handshake
• AASHTO
• NACTO
• COMTO
• APWA
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

15

If you selected Other on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided:

Required Question

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