State of Washington · 2 weeks ago
Pavement Research Engineer (TE4)
Walla Walla, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$28/hr - $31/hrThe Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization known for its excellence, seeking a Professional Engineer for the Pavement Research Engineer position. This role involves providing technical expertise in pavement design and construction, supporting statewide research activities, and implementing new pavement technologies to enhance performance and safety across Washington's transportation system.
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Responsibilities
Coordinate State Pavement Office research program
Plan, develop, provide insight and direction, analyze, and write reports of statewide experimental pavement procedures to determine benefits, cause and effectiveness, performance, and life cycle costs
Direct, coordinate, and perform nonstandard data collection and testing for pavement related research conducted in partnership with FHWA, Universities, Consultants, and the State Pavement Office
Maintain information and databases for in-house research projects, Experimental Features Projects, Specialty Item Projects, in addition to bituminous and concrete paving projects statewide
Oversee the Pavement Type Selection process
Provide expert technical assistance to internal and external customers regarding pavement design
Qualification
Required
Professional Engineer: Licensed as a Professional Engineer in the state of Washington or licensed as a PE in another state with the ability to obtain licensure in Washington State within six (6) months of hire
Civil Engineering Expertise: Extensive experience applying pavement engineering principles, including pavement design, preservation, rehabilitation, and construction practices. Proficient in preparing pavement design reports, performing life cycle cost analysis, and reviewing plans, specifications, and estimated (PS&E) for complex highway and transportation infrastructure projects. Ability to observe and interpret pavement condition in the field and from images on a computer
Technical Oversight & Data Governance: Proven competence in coordinating, performing, and overseeing nonstandard pavement testing and data collection activities, ensuring methodological consistency, accuracy, and relevance to research objectives. Ability to maintain, organize, and quality-control research databases, to support evidence-based decision making. Skill in collecting, interpreting, and synthesizing technical data from diverse sources and producing clear, actionable written reports that inform statewide pavement policy and practice. Ability to independently operate WSDOT's test equipment on construction sites as needed
Project Management & Scheduling: Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and deliver multiple projects on time and within budget. Skilled in developing work plans, coordinating team efforts, and managing schedules
Effective Communication & Collaboration: Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills to engage internal teams, universities, and stakeholders. Capable of representing the agency in meetings at both the state and national level. Ability to travel statewide and nationwide for up to 5 consecutive days approximately 3 times a year
Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth
Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others
Preferred
Advanced Engineering Analysis & Research: Demonstrated ability to plan and conduct advanced civil engineering analysis and research, including developing research questions, applying appropriate methodologies, interpreting results, and translating findings into practical engineering solutions. This may include experience serving as a principal researcher or completing a thesis-level project that required a high level of technical rigor, analysis, and independent judgment
Technical Writing & Communication: Demonstrated ability to produce clear, well-organized technical documentation, such as research reports, design memoranda, or technical guidance, that effectively communicates complex engineering concepts to technical and non-technical audiences
Application of Civil Engineering Principles: Demonstrated ability to apply advanced civil engineering principles to pavement design, construction, or materials-related engineering challenges, using sound engineering judgment to support decision-making and implementation
Design & Construction Practices: Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience applying, WSDOT design standards, construction practices, and specifications in a transportation or public-sector engineering environment
Engineering Software & Analytical Tools: Demonstrated skill in using engineering and cost-analysis software to support pavement design, construction planning, or lifecycle cost analysis, such as RealCost, PerRoad, CA4PRS, or comparable tools
Benefits
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sick Leave – Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month.
Vacation (Annual Leave) – Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA).
Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave.
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