Working Title: Assistant Materials Engineer (WMS2)

Recruitment Number:17DOT-WMS-3W123

Location:Tumwater, WA

Salary:$6,099 - $7,821monthly

Opening Date:11/27/17

Closing Date:Until filled

NOTE: This recruitment will be open until filled. It is to the candidate's advantage to apply early. First round assessment will be conducted on December 11, 2017. The agency reserves the right to make an appointment any time after the initial screening date.

The Opportunity:

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT)has an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineer in the OlympicRegion MaterialsOffice. The Assistant Materials Engineer will assist in providing leadership, management, and engineering oversight to a team of engineers and technicians who provide technical advice to the Region's maintenance, design, and construction offices in the areas of pavement design, geotechnical design, and materials testing.

This position will also provide staff a balanced workplace, promoting training and development for professional growth and upward mobility, employee safety, workforce diversity, and pride in ownership.

At WSDOT, wehonor diversity in the workplace and support one another with respect and trust. If you would like to join our team-oriented environment and enjoy continuously changing environment, and yet with a great deal of career stability and growth, definitely consider a career opportunity with WSDOT.

This position will perform the following work:

Assist the Materials Engineer in managing the daily operations of a materials engineering office of nine employees or more.
Prepare engineering documents including surfacing reports and geotechnical recommendation bearing a Professional Engineer's seal.
Ensure statewide and Regional inspection training goals are met.
Work with Maintenance managers to provide coordinated and effective pavement maintenance and repair strategies.
Collaborate with Program Management and Maintenance to develop a pavement preservation strategy for the Olympic Region.
Reviewing scoping packages, project PS&Es and developer projects for accuracy and adherence to WSDOT policies and procedures.
Provide direction and make timely, effective decisions to deliver assigned projects successfully.
Ensure that the P-1 program is correctly prioritized and managed to maximize lane miles preserved per dollar spent.
Ensure that the Region Materials Lab prepares engineering documents that meet WSDOT policy.
Foster safe working environments by ensuring employees are trained, use proper PPE, and follow safety protocols.

An ideal candidate for this position will have:

A Professional Engineer license in the State of Washington.
One (1) year of experience in geotechnical engineering and/or pavement design OR two (2) years of progressively responsible experience as a licensed professional engineer in construction or design of highways, bridges, and related structures.
Two (2) years of demonstrated and progressively responsible managerial/supervisory experience.
A strong engineering background.
Strong skills in establishing plans and setting goals that support the overall program strategy/results.
Ability to work closely and effectively with regulatory and local agenciesand others to ensure projects are delivered successfully.
Excellent and effective communication skills both written and verbal, to clearly communicate with employees and the public.
Valid driver's license.

How to Apply:

Applications for this recruitment will be accepted electronically. Please go to and search for the job title above. You may need to set up an account profile. To be considered for this position you will need to answer the supplemental questions, and attach a cover letter and resume.

For inquiries about this position, please contact Rachel Gieseat 360-905-2223 or email to. Please reference recruitment number17DOT-WMS-3W123.

The Washington State Department of Transportation is an equal opportunity employer. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, and disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may the listed recruiter or email at .