Lead Transportation Engineer: Design & Construction

State of Washington Dept. of Transportation; Wenatchee (WA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote work

Job summary

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to provide leadership across design and construction engineering functions within the Project Engineering Office. This role helps deliver highway projects that improve safety, quality, and capacity for Washington’s transportation system.

You will oversee contracts and design documentation, manage schedules, coordinate with engineers and partners, and mentor staff in WSDOT design processes.

Qualifications

• Engineering knowledge applying transportation engineering concepts to projects.
• Experience creating and managing project development schedules.
• Leadership experience overseeing project staff.
• Experience inspecting contractor work and ensuring compliance.
• Experience evaluating design data and creating records and estimates.
• Strong written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.
• Growth mindset and service-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee contracts and design docs for State Highway projects.
• Manage project development schedules and report status to Engineering Management.
• Direct complex design projects through design and plan preparation.
• Perform CADD and evaluate data to support project development.
• Mentor staff in WSDOT design processes and contract requirements.
• Serve as Chief Inspector for construction projects and ensure compliance.
• Direct construction inspection activities including staking, earthwork, paving, drainage, and materials testing.
• Coordinate with contractors and offices to prepare final estimates and records.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Construction Inspection

Roadway Design

CADD/Design

Communication

Education

Professional Engineer (PE)

Engineer in Training (EIT)

Tools

OpenRoads

Job description

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to provide leadership across design and construction engineering functions within the Project Engineering Office. This role helps deliver highway projects that improve safety, quality, and capacity for Washington’s transportation system.

You will oversee contracts and design documentation, manage schedules, coordinate with engineers and partners, and mentor staff in WSDOT design processes.