Agreements & Support Services Engineer (TE2) In-Training

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal agency with a global reputation for excellence. They are seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 to serve as an engineering assistant supporting the development and delivery of transportation projects.

Responsibilities

• Support and facilitate the processing of consultant agreements
• Work with project offices to ensure the scope and budget of the agreement matches the expected products
• Prepare submittals for consultant signatures and processes returned agreements for filing
• Assist in the preparation of agreements and development of exhibits for other agencies and support groups with input from Olympic Region project offices
• Assist in the coordination and review of nonstandard agreements
• Review WSDOT project documents for Region Review and development services project documents for PFA, PS&E and other design documentation submittals
• Review PS&E documents to ensure overall completeness, accuracy, and adherence to WSDOT policy and design criteria

Skills

• Engineering Fundamentals: Foundational knowledge of basic engineering and mathematical principles to solve routine engineering problems, typically gained through education, experience, training, or certification (EIT or LSIT). Ability to apply this knowledge to design, construction, and inspection tasks
• Engineering Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge and practical understanding of engineering principles, methods, and practices relevant to transportation projects. This includes experience in design development, construction techniques, material testing procedures, and/or contract administration
• Analytical and Technical Review: Skills to examine, develop and propose alternate solutions to complex elements of a project. Experience in reviewing engineering plans and specifications for compliance with established standards
• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in operating Windows-based computers and MS Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Word, as well as databases and computer-aided engineering software
• Communication Skills: Skills to communicate technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, virtually, by phone, and in person
• Collaboration & Adaptability: Skills to work productively both independently and a part of a team environment, prioritizing workload and handling multiple assignments, producing accurate and consistent results
• Respectful Workplace: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth and takes action to meet the needs of others
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
• Program Proficiency: Demonstrated knowledge in the use of InRoads and/or OpenRoads for design projects; knowledge in the use of MicroStation for plan sheet development

Benefits

• 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 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
• 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).
• 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.

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