Utilities Accommodation and Project Engineer (TE3, In-Training)
Full Time
Shoreline, WA
Posted
Job description
Description
About WSDOT
Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is the steward of an integrated, multimodal transportation system that helps to ensure that people and goods move safely and efficiently throughout the state. In addition to building, maintaining, and operating the state highway system, WSDOT operates the largest ferry system in the nation, manages the world's longest floating bridge, and recently completed the world's widest tunneling project.
The Opportunity
WSDOT is currently seeking multiple Transportation Engineer 3 (TE3) to support the agency’s mission to provide safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. This position is critical in fostering a respectful and healthy work environment with focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion and our Northwest Region (NWR) is eager to hire an innovative project manager with a desire to fully utilize their analytical, negotiation, and communication skills as our next Utilities Accommodation & Project Delivery Engineer assigned to NWR Headquarters in Shoreline.
This position will serve in a dual role capacity. As the Utilities Project Delivery Engineer, this position will be responsible for the coordination and support of negotiations between the NW region engineering offices and utility companies to identify and resolve utility conflicts impacting transportation project design and construction. This position is essential in addressing risks to ensure that projects are delivered on time and within scope and budget. As the Utilities Accommodation Engineer, this position will be responsible for researching, negotiating, and processing utility franchises and permits to regulate installation and maintenance of utilities within the state right of way.
What to Expect
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Utilities Accommodation and Project Engineer will:
- Review, analyze, and coordinate permit and franchise applications regarding utility projects affecting State highways.
- Ensure new utility installations on state highways are compatible with safety, traffic, environmental, aesthetic, and engineering standards and specifications.
- Serve as Project Coordinator for utility relocation issues on WSDOT Projects throughout the Region; includes determining the location of existing utilities; determining utility property rights; identifying and resolving utility conflicts and coordinating the installation/relocation of utilities within project limits.
- Acts as liaison between project engineering offices and utility companies coordinating and preparing utility agreements and service agreements.
Represent the utilities office at project meetings and facilitate negotiations with engineering consultants, WSDOT cross-disciplinary support groups, developers, utility engineering staff, and local agencies to address utility conflicts.
Qualifications
This is a Transportation Engineer 3 (TE3) position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level, Transportation Engineer 2 (TE2) or Transportation Engineer 1 (TE1), depending on qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal “in-training” plan.
To be considered for this opportunity at the TE3 level, the following are required:
- One (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 2 OR related experience in the design or construction field.
Note: Two (2) years at the Transportation Engineer 1 level may substitute for the above.
To be considered for this opportunity at the TE2 level, the following are required:
- Certification as an Engineer-In-Training AND one (1) year of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent,
OR
- Two (2) years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, Bridge Engineer 1, OR equivalent such as design or construction engineering experience.
OR
- A Master’s degree with major study in civil engineering, structural engineering, geotechnical engineering, soil mechanics, traffic, transportation, or a closely related field.
To be considered for this opportunity at the TE1 level, the following are required:
- A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, sciences, another relevant field
OR
- Certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT)
OR
- An approved equivalent combination of related education AND work experience in design or construction engineering or related field.
In addition to the above, the following is also required for all levels:
- Valid Washington State Driver’s License
Note: If Driver’s License in another state, then the incumbent must obtain a Washington State Driver’s License within 30 days of permanently moving per RCW 46.20.021.
It is preferred that qualified candidates also have:
- Knowledge and experience in working with public and private utilities in coordinating utility facility relocations.
- Knowledge and experience in utility Franchise, Permit, and Agreement process.
- Proficiency with computer software to be able to prepare Utility Franchises, Permits, and Agreements (e.g., Microsoft Office, ArcGIS software, Adobe Pro, BlueBeam, Utility Databases).
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Ability to communicate clearly and articulately in all forms of communication including email.
- Be dependable to complete multiple work assignments proactively, efficient, and meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical abilities and attention to detail.
Important Notes
- 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.
- This recruitment will be used to fill three permanent positions within the Northwest Region. This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
- This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
- The salary listed for this position includes a legislative approved 5% premium for workers in King County.
- This position has been approved for in-training. The hiring manager is looking to hire at the Transportation Engineer 3 level, however the in-training plan will allow candidates to be considered as a Transportation Engineer 2 or Transportation Engineer 1, if not qualified at the highest level.
- Transportation Engineer 3: $73,244 – $98,532
- Transportation Engineer 2: $66,377 – $89,271
- Transportation Engineer 1: $60,190 – $80,879
- Washington Administrative Code (WAC) 357-16-197 mandates that all employees who work for executive cabinet agencies (which includes the Department of Transportation) must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Compliance with this mandate is a condition of employment with WSDOT. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes; however, accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
- WSDOT does not use the E-Verify system. 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 occasional telework for eligible positions.
- Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees earn a minimum 14 paid vacation days per year!
- Plan For Your Future – WSDOT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes a variety of healthcare options, and free dental coverage! Employees also have their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.
- 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.
Check out this video to learn more: Why WSDOT?
How to Apply
Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Your relevant experience may be evaluated to determine salary. Therefore, it is very important that the “Work Experience” portion of the application be completed in as much detail as possible. In order to be considered for this opportunity, please include the following with your online application:
An attached Resume outlining (in reverse chronological order) your experience to date.- An attached Cover Letter that further details your qualifications, and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
- Contact information to be included in the “References” section of the online application for a minimum three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, knowledge base, and job-related competencies.
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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 via email.
Contact us:
For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter,
Eric Saniatan, at SaniatE@wsdot.wa.gov. Please be sure to reference
23DOT-NWR-12785min the subject line.
Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the listed Recruiter.
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