Electrical & Cement Lab Engineer: Materials Testing Pro

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Tumwater (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks an Electrical and Cement Testing Engineer to perform complex laboratory testing of cementitious materials, electrical materials, and traffic control equipment in a Tumwater, WA lab environment.

You will support statewide construction projects, maintain lab procedures, and uphold safety and quality standards while applying engineering knowledge to ensure infrastructure reliability.

Qualifications

• Respect and Inclusion: Contributes to a work environment that fosters respect and equal opportunity.
• Independent Work and Prioritization: Proficient in working independently, prioritizing workload, and managing multiple assignments under deadlines.
• Laboratory Equipment: Demonstrated ability to read, understand, and operate a variety of instruments and laboratory equipment.
• Materials Testing: Demonstrated ability to perform complex materials testing while ensuring data accuracy and procedural compliance.
• Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge and understanding of engineering principles, methods, and practices to laboratory testing and problem-solving.
• Testing Procedures: Applies knowledge and understanding of material testing procedures.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with multiple audiences, both verbally and in writing.
• Equipment Calibration: Demonstrated ability to maintain and calibrate specialized laboratory instruments and ensures accuracy of results.
• Quality Assurance: Applies knowledge of laboratory quality assurance and accreditation processes, including proficiency sample programs and external audits.
• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves technical, procedural, or equipment issues using critical thinking and root cause analysis.
• Safety: Follows safety policies and performs work safely.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

Responsibilities

• Perform acceptance, verification, confirmation, and forensic testing of cementitious materials and electrical materials.
• Safely prepare, handle, test, organize, and dispose of laboratory samples and materials.
• Test traffic controllers, signal cabinets, and electrical equipment using specialized laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical materials and conduct diagnostic testing with computer software.
• Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move laboratory inventory.
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration of laboratory equipment; coordinate with vendors for calibration/repairs.
• Communicate findings with peers, support offices, consultants, and the public in written and verbal form.

Skills

Independent Work

Prioritization

Laboratory Equipment

Materials Testing

Engineering Knowledge

Testing Procedures

Communication

Equipment Calibration

Quality Assurance

Problem Solving

Safety

Growth Mindset

Service-Oriented

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks an Electrical and Cement Testing Engineer to perform complex laboratory testing of cementitious materials, electrical materials, and traffic control equipment in a Tumwater, WA lab environment.

You will support statewide construction projects, maintain lab procedures, and uphold safety and quality standards while applying engineering knowledge to ensure infrastructure reliability.