Programming Engineer (TE4)

Washington Department of Natural Resources; Washington; Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid remote options

Paid vacation days (up to 25)

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) seeks a skilled Transportation Engineer 4 to serve as the Programming Engineer in Spokane, WA. You will develop projects to preserve and improve regional assets and apply engineering judgment to complex programming and scoping issues.

The role emphasizes independence, data-driven prioritization, and coordination with HQ and regional offices. Flexible/hybrid remote work options are available.

Qualifications

• Coordinate multi-disciplinary planning activities and allocate resources within budget and timeline requirements.
• Synthesize project scoping information to support technical decision‑making and validate feasibility.
• Identify system deficiencies through data analysis and field insights and develop recommended solutions.
• Demonstrate a growth mindset and a service‑oriented approach in daily work.
• Proficient use of agency software including Capital Connect, Unifier, WSPMS, TRAINs 4.0, and HATS.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the biennial Eastern Region construction program with the region and HQ disciplines.
• Review the content and prioritize tasks for the Eastern Region construction program.
• Independently make decisions about the required work within the schedule and budget.
• Determine locations to investigate and develop a menu of solutions for existing issues.
• Ensure coordination with region programs and project office.
• Input data into Capital Connect (CC) and Unifier.
• Scope all potential improvement and preservation projects in the Region.
• Coordinate Regional and Headquarters priorities and scoping.
• Assist Region Administrator and managers in the Region and HQ for special projects.
• Collect and share information related to scoping and prioritization.
• Plan and coordinate project summary development and scoping for other Regions.

Skills

Program Coordination

Strategic Planning

Information Collection

Prioritization

Data Analysis

Growth Mindset

Service-Oriented

Tools

Capital Connect

Unifier

WSPMS

TRAINs 4.0

HATS

Job description

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 world's longest floating bridge, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking a skilled Transportation Engineer 4 to serve as the Programming Engineer in Spokane, WA. In this role, you will develop projects that improve and preserve regional transportation assets for inclusion in the statewide Capital Improvement Preservation Program. This position will apply specialized training, broad engineering experience, and professional judgment to analyze complex programming, engineering, and project scoping issues while working independently and applying sound judgment. Through this work, the position helps advance effective, strategic investments that support the long-term preservation and performance of Washington’s transportation system.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Engineer will:

• Coordinate the biennial Eastern Region construction program with the region and through headquarters disciplines.
• Review the content and prioritize tasks for the Eastern Region construction program.
• Independently make all decisions about the required work within the schedule and budget provided.
• Determine which locations to investigate and develop a menu of solutions for the existing issue.
• Ensure proper coordination with region programs and project office.
• Input data into various computer programs including Capital Connect (CC) and Unifier.
• Be responsible for scoping all potential improvement projects and a portion of the preservation projects in the Region.
• Coordinate Regional and Headquarters priorities and scoping.
• Assist Region Administrator and other managers in the Region and Headquarters for special projects.
• Collect and share information related to scoping and prioritization.
• Plan, develop, schedule, estimate, and coordinate project summary development and scoping for other Regions as requested.

Qualifications

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

• Program Coordination & Strategic Planning: Coordinate multi-disciplinary planning activities, evaluate program content and prioritization to support organizational goals. Independently determine methods, schedules, and resource allocation within established budget and timeline requirements.
• Information Collection, Analysis & Prioritization: Ability to gather and synthesize project scoping information while interpreting engineering calculations to support sound technical decision-making and validate solution feasibility.
• Problem Identification & Solution Development: Ability to identify system deficiencies through data analysis and field insights, determine appropriate investigation needs, and develop technically sound solution options with clear recommendations for leadership review.
• 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 demonstrate/have:

• Technical Systems & Data Tools: Skills to accurately input, maintain, and manage project information in Agency software systems including Capital Connect (CC), Unifier, WSPMS, TRAINs 4.0, and HATS.
• Project Time Management: Experience estimating and scheduling complex transportation engineering projects.

Important Notes

• Most work performed in this role, will be in the office with occasional site visits. Incumbent will need the ability to traverse and move about projects in the field.
• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• 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 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 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?

Equal Opportunity Employment

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

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