Field-Driven Construction Compliance Inspector | TE2

State of Washington; Bothell (WA); On-site; USD 73,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks Transportation Engineer 2 positions in Bothell, WA to perform quality verification inspections across office, lab, and field settings. The role supports Design‑Build projects, ensuring design standards, safety, and regulatory compliance are met, with opportunities to advance within the in‑training pathway.

Candidates should hold a civil engineering degree or be in training (EIT) and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or related field or EIT certification.
• Ability to obtain General Inspector Certification within six months.
• Valid driver's license to operate state vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering principles to verify construction work meets design standards and safety requirements.
• Evaluate field conditions and recommend corrective actions based on engineering judgment.
• Inspect project sites and evaluate project work.
• Prepare reports and document project activities into Inspector Daily Reports (IDRs).
• Maintain daily logs and photographs as inspection records.
• Monitor construction schedule and potential change orders.
• Develop and perform Quality Verification audits.
• Occasionally sample and test materials.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Inspection & compliance

Technical interpretation

Quality verification & documentation

Communication & collaboration

Problem solving & decision making

Technology proficiency

Safety & environmental awareness

Education

BS in Civil Engineering or related field

Engineer-In-Training (EIT) preferred

Valid driver’s license

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Civil 3D

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks Transportation Engineer 2 positions in Bothell, WA to perform quality verification inspections across office, lab, and field settings. The role supports Design‑Build projects, ensuring design standards, safety, and regulatory compliance are met, with opportunities to advance within the in‑training pathway.

Candidates should hold a civil engineering degree or be in training (EIT) and possess a valid driver’s license.