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 detail-oriented Transportation Engineer 2 to join our team in Seattle as the Quality Verification Engineer. In this critical role, you'll help ensure the quality, safety, and long-term performance of Washington's transportation infrastructure by verifying that construction materials, testing, sampling, and documentation meet contract requirements and WSDOT standards. Working closely with contractors, project teams, and key stakeholders, you'll perform quality verification audits, coordinate with adjacent projects, and play an essential role in delivering successful transportation projects that serve communities across the state.

What to Expect

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

• Perform QV inspection of construction activities, auditing compliance with contract plans, specifications, permits and commitments.
• Check that permanent contract materials are only being placed that are approved.
• Audit to check that materials are being sampled and tested according to contract requirements.
• Review project process and prepare field notes and other pay notes so that payment can be made in a timely manner for completed contract work
• Assist the QV Lead Engineer with providing on the job training
• develop site and work specific pre-activity safety plans in advance of inspection activities and review on regular basis on work progresses.
• Prepare field reports and take and file project photographs documenting construction work and issues.
• Write Inspection Daily Reports (IDRs) to document the field work being performed.
• Prepare project record and photographically document work activities and contract issues.
• QV material sampling and testing.

Qualifications

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

• Field Operations & Equipment Handling: Experience performing a wide range of field operations independently, applying technical judgment to ensure efficient, safe, and correct use of equipment and materials.
• Communication & Coordination: Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing, including experience with planning, scheduling, delivering presentations, facilitating training, and implementing decisions.
• Standards and Procedures: Experience researching, interpreting, and applying engineering standards, policies, manuals, specifications, and procedures related to transportation engineering projects. Skill in identifying deviations from requirements and elevating issues through appropriate channels.
• Physical Capability: Ability to maneuver and transport various materials and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Licensure: A valid driver’s license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• 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:

• Leadership & Staff Development: Experience training and developing staff, including assigning and planning work based on project priorities, verifying the work of others to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to standards.
• WSDOT Construction Expertise: Knowledge of and experience with construction administration procedures for WSDOT projects.
• WSDOT Technical Application: Knowledge of WSDOT Construction Manual, Design Manual, and utility requirements and standards.
• Contract Documentation: Experience reading and understanding contract documents such as special provisions, contract plans, and standard specifications.
• Systems Proficiency: Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Suite procedures including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position offers flexible/hybrid remote work options.
• To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the “Contact Us” section of this posting.
• The salary listed includes the legislative approved 5% salary premium for positions in King County.
• 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 offer flexible work schedules that allow you time for your life outside of this excellent opportunity.
• Paid Leave – In addition to 12 paid holidays, full-time employees may 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 a choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to State Benefits for more information.

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 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. This information can 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.

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 recruiter listed.

Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at amanda.strebeck@wsdot.wa.gov Please be sure to reference QV Engineer #80538 in the subject line.