PS&E Systems & Estimating Engineer III

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

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation in Lacey, WA is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to provide statewide technical support for PS&E systems and processes. The role serves as a technical specialist for engineering software and cost-estimating tools, helping project teams use resources effectively and consistently.

You will assess training needs, develop and deliver training, support the Design Training Team, and assist with project estimates and reporting.

Qualifications

• Clear and effective written, verbal, and visual communication.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills for complex transportation projects.
• Knowledge of PS&E, engineering design concepts, and highway construction practices.
• Understanding of engineering cost estimating and bid analysis.
• Familiarity with enterprise software, reporting tools, and office applications.
• Knowledge of data management, accessibility standards, and information governance.
• Willingness to learn and grow in a fast-paced public-sector environment.
• Customer- and service-oriented mindset focused on meeting stakeholder needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide statewide technical support for PS&E systems and processes.
• Maintain estimating tables, troubleshoot issues, and guide software use for estimates.
• Monitor federal and state wage updates and ensure accuracy in PS&E.
• Analyze information and prepare reports using Cognos and other systems.
• Deliver training to Headquarters, Regions, and local agencies; support the Design Training Team.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Problem solving

Transportation project development

Cost estimating & bid analysis

Enterprise software & reporting

Data management

Growth mindset

Service-oriented

Microsoft Office

Cognos

Tools

Microsoft Office

Cognos

Job description

Washington State Department of Transportation in Lacey, WA is seeking a Transportation Engineer 3 to provide statewide technical support for PS&E systems and processes. The role serves as a technical specialist for engineering software and cost-estimating tools, helping project teams use resources effectively and consistently.

You will assess training needs, develop and deliver training, support the Design Training Team, and assist with project estimates and reporting.