Salary : $69,375.00 - $102,963.00 Annually
Location : Multiple Locations - Western Washington, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid
Job Number: 26DOT-NWR-10156m
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Northwest Region
Opening Date: 08/26/2026
Closing Date: 9/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
The Opportunity

WSDOT is seeking several motivated and detail-oriented Transportation Engineers to serve as Design Engineers in Shoreline, WA. The Design Engineer is responsible for activities that are necessary to support the scoping, development, and implementation of assigned projects in areas including, but not limited to, safety, preservation, fish passage, and improvement. The Design Engineer position highly impacts WSDOT's mission to provide and support safe, reliable, and cost-effective transportation options to improve communities and economic vitality for people and businesses. Successful candidates will possess strong engineering judgment and a commitment to delivering transportation solutions that benefit the traveling public.
What to Expect

These positions may perform a limited amount of work in the field, outside of the traveled way. Exposure to hazards includes traffic, all weather conditions, and traversing uneven terrain.
Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Design Engineer may:

• Proactively prepare plans, specifications, estimates, documentation, reports, data, or other items pertaining to the successful delivery of assigned projects.
• Analyze, track, and make recommendations affecting design schedule, scope, and budget.
• Develop special provisions and identify general special provisions needed for construction contracts.
• Compile, review, and address comments on all project deliverables; coordinate with reviewers and designers to ensure comments are resolved.
• Research and collect preliminary documents.
• Develop exhibits/plan sheets for design tasks; develop exhibits/plan sheets requested by support groups for their reports.
• Proactively and effectively coordinate design, contract development, schedules and budgets with WSDOT leadership, internal colleagues, support groups, and local agencies to deliver assigned transportation project(s).

Qualifications

These are Transportation Engineer 2 positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the based on candidate 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, the following competencies are required:

• Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of civil engineering principles and ability to apply entry-level civil engineering practices to transportation-related projects typically demonstrated through formal education in civil engineering and/or Certification as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT). Knowledge of basic engineering and mathematical principles.
• Engineering Technology & CADD: Demonstrated experience using engineering software, computer-aided drafting (CADD) applications, and other computer technologies to develop transportation design plans, profiles, cross-sections, and estimates. Ability to perform quality control reviews at various project development stages.
• Technology & Software: Experience using Microsoft Office Suite to support documentation and engineering tasks.
• Data Collection & Analysis: Experience reviewing, structuring, and interpreting qualitative and quantitative data to support sound engineering decisions.
• Communication & Interpersonal Proficiency: Effective written and verbal communication skills to share technical information clearly with a variety of stakeholders, including engineers, contractors, and the public.
• Technical Writing & Documentation Skills: Experience creating and reviewing design documentation, stormwater reports, environmental documentation, and right-of-way and access plans.
• Planning & Organizational Skills: Strong organizational skills to manage concurrent projects, schedules, and deliverables.
• 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 have:

• Transportation Design Skills: Demonstrated ability to perform transportation design, including experience preparing or reviewing design plans, specifications, and estimates. Experience applying WSDOT design standards, methods, and processes to the development of project plans and design documentation.
• Project Management Exposure: Experience supporting or performing project management tasks such as organizing resources, tracking process, and contributing to successful project delivery, with specific experience utilizing Primavera P6.

*To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.
Important Notes

• This recruitment will be used to fill multiple design engineer positions in Shoreline, WA and may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
• These positions offer flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• These are Transportation Engineer 2 positions. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan. The annual salaries for each level are:
  • Transportation Engineer 2: $76,545 - $102,967
  • Transportation Engineer 1: $69,375 - $93,227
• 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 Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.

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 individual's lifestyle.
• 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 for more information.

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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 explains your qualifications and indicates why you believe you are a viable candidate for this role.
• Contact details for a minimum of three (3) individuals who can attest to your work performance, technical skills, and job-related competencies. NOTE: This information may be entered in the "References" section of the online application; does not require an additional attachment.

Please click the "APPLY" button to proceed. Note that you will be prompted to either sign in or create an account. This step is required in order to submit an application to this opportunity.
Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NWR-10156m in the subject line.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.

Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.

To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.

Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.

Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.

The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.

Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.

Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding a