Transportation Engineer 2

State of Washington; Vancouver (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Job summary

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is seeking a Transportation Engineer 2 to support the Southwest Region Engineering Services Office. You will assist survey crews, cadastral teams, and hydraulics/plan review staff in designing and overseeing highway projects.

You will help ensure compliance with standards, contract specs, and project plans, while improving safety, quality, and capacity of Washington's transportation system.

Qualifications

• Surveying and engineering knowledge applied to transportation projects.
• Applied Right of Way surveying and documentation.
• Proficient with Windows-based computers and MS Office.
• Strong communication of technical information to diverse audiences.
• Ability to work independently and in teams with prioritization skills.
• Knowledge of safe working practices in field and traffic environments.
• Commitment to learning and growth, and service-minded approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform survey operations, construction staking, boundary surveys, and right-of-way surveys.
• Operate and maintain survey equipment and manage control networks.
• Interpret plans and data to support staking, grading, and mapping.
• Develop right-of-way documents using OpenRoads and CAD per standards.
• Research deeds and public records to support boundary analysis and project development.
• Analyze survey data and communicate findings to project teams and the public.
• Assist with hydraulic assessments and field inspections as needed.
• Promote safety and adhere to procedures while operating state vehicles.

Skills

Surveying

Engineering knowledge

Right of way

MS Office

Communication

Collaboration

Safety

Growth mindset

Service orientation

Tools

OpenRoads

CAD

MS Office

Job 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 currently seeking to a Transportation Engineer 2 position to support the Southwest Region Engineering Services Office. This position will primarily provide engineering support to the survey crews and cadastral team, with occasional assistance to the hydraulics and plan review staff in the design and construction of transportation projects. In this role, you will help ensure highway construction projects are designed and constructed in compliance with WSDOT standards, contract specifications, and project plans. Your work will directly support WSDOT’s mission by improving the safety, quality, and capacity of Washington’s transportation system.

What To Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Transportation Engineer 2 will:

• Perform survey operations, construction staking, boundary surveys, and right-of-way surveys using GPS, total stations, laser scanners, and electronic data collection systems.


• Operate and maintain survey equipment, establish and manage survey control networks, and collect accurate field data to support transportation projects.


• Interpret contract plans, survey data, and coordinate systems to ensure accurate construction staking, grading, property boundaries, and topographic mapping.


• Develop right-of-way plans, land plats, records of survey, exhibit maps, and other engineering documents using OpenRoads and CAD software in accordance with WSDOT standards.


• Research deeds, survey records, right-of-way documents, easements, and public records to support boundary analysis, project development, and engineering decisions.


• Analyze survey data and historical records to resolve boundary discrepancies, prepare technical documentation, and communicate findings with project teams, agencies, contractors, and the public.


• Assist with hydraulic assessments and field inspections by collecting drainage and culvert data, evaluating adjacent development impacts, and verifying compliance with WSDOT standards.


• Promote a safe work environment by following established safety procedures, participating in safety training, using appropriate personal protective equipment, and operating state vehicles safely.

Qualifications

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

• Surveying and Engineering Knowledge: Demonstrated working knowledge and practical understanding of surveying and engineering principles, methods, and practices relevant to transportation projects. Ability to perform survey data collection, construction staking, boundary and right-of-way surveys, and interpret engineering plans and survey data to support project delivery.


• Right of Way Knowledge: Applied knowledge of Right of Way surveying and documentation. Skilled in developing and reviewing Survey and Right of Way plans, records, and supporting documentation for compliance with Departmental and Statutory standards.


• Technology Proficiency: Proficient in operating Windows-based computers and MS Office applications, including Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Word, as well as databases and computer-aided engineering software.


• Communication Skills: Skilled in communicating technical information effectively and professionally to a diverse audience, including those with non-technical backgrounds, virtually, by phone, and in person.


• Collaboration and Adaptability: Demonstrated ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team environment, independently prioritizing workload and handling multiple assignments, producing accurate and consistent results.


• Safe Workplace: Demonstrated knowledge of safe working practices in traffic and field.


• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.


• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

In addition to the above, the following are also required:

• A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.


• Travel to field locations in a state vehicle to perform surveys, inspections, or data collection.


• Ability to traverse rough, steep, and uneven terrain.


• Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

It Is Preferred That Qualified Candidates Also Demonstrate

• Survey Field Operations: Field experience as a survey party chief.


• CAD & Engineering Plan Development: Office experience including use of computer-aided design (CAD) software.

In addition to the above, the following are also preferred:

• Professional competency in land surveying practices as evidenced by possession of a Land Surveyor in Training or Engineering-In-Training certificate.


• Certification as a Certified Survey Technician through the National Society of Professional Surveyors.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.


• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.


• This position performs survey and inspection work outdoors in all weather conditions, often adjacent to live traffic. Duties may require working at elevated heights over land or water, in confined spaces, and on rough or steep terrain, including performing work at or near ground level. Occasional extended work hours, including night work, may be required.


• 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

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