Traffic Design Engineer (TE2)

Salary : $71,472.00 - $96,144.00 Annually

Location : Spokane County - Spokane, WA

Job Type : Full Time - Permanent

Remote Employment : Flexible / Hybrid

Job Number : 25DOT-ER-60061

Department : Dept. of Transportation

Opening Date : 09 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : 9 / 28 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

About WSDOT

Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) is a multimodal organization with a global reputation for excellence! Our dedicated workforce is responsible to plan, design, build, and operate an integrated transportation system that safely and efficiently moves people and goods throughout the state. In addition to maintaining over 18,000 lane miles of state highway and 4,100 bridges, WSDOT manages the world's longest floating bridge, executes an award-winning Active Transportation Plan, holds a record for the world's widest tunneling project, and operates the largest ferry system in the nation!

The Opportunity

WSDOT is excited to announce an opportunity for a motivated engineering professional to join our team as a Transportation Engineer 2, serving in the Traffic Design section in Spokane, WA.

In this role, you'll take the lead in delivering region traffic design projects-including safety improvements, signing, striping, illumination, signals, and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). You'll also have opportunities to collaborate on Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO) and broader Traffic Operations initiatives.

As the Traffic Design Engineer, you will play a vital role in advancing WSDOT's mission by driving innovation and efficiency in highway operations while enhancing safety for all travelers. Your work will directly contribute to the agency's strategic goals of Smart Technology, Modal Integration, and Strategic Investments-ensuring Washington's transportation system continues to serve communities now and into the future.

What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, the Traffic Design Engineer will :

• Assist the Traffic Design Engineer in the development and management of PS&Es, serving as needed in the preparation of Signing, Illumination, Traffic Signal, and / or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) contracts or components of contracts.
• Assist in the development and management of Task Orders
• Develop and review plans for approval and contract plans for geometrics, permanent signing, channelization, pavement markings, and work zone traffic control based on WSDOT design standards
• Apply Traffic-related Standard Specifications, Regional Special Provisions, Standard Plans and other manuals / procedures and makes recommendations for improvement.
• Assist in the management of inventory related to the Region's P3 Electrical Program as part of assisting Region Program Management in the scoping process for the Capital Improvements and Preservation Program.
• Assist in data collection and analysis

Qualifications

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

The following are also required :

It is preferred that qualified candidates also have :

Important Notes

Why WSDOT

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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 :

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, Amanda Strebeck, at . Please be sure to reference Traffic Design Engineer #60061 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 all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with (1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in , an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and / or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note : Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

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. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.

Updated 07-21-2025

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Please select the response that best describes your highest level of education :

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Please list the highest level of education and field of study you have completed, as well as any other academic and / or professional development course you have completed.

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Are you certified as an Engineer-In-Training (EIT)?

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How would you describe your ability to apply engineering concepts, standards, and methodologies to transportation or traffic-related projects?

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How would you describe your experience applying traffic engineering and operations principles to analyze traffic flow, safety, and regulatory compliance?

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Which statement best reflects your experience conducting field investigations, collecting and evaluating data, and making recommendations to solve engineering problems?

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How would you describe your experience with electrical and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) design?

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Which statement best reflects your experience preparing plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for engineering projects?

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Please select the response that best describes your total years of experience as a Transportation Engineer 1, Transportation Technician 3, or equivalent :

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Do you have a valid driver's license and the ability to operate a state-owned vehicle?

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How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

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If you selected 'Other' on the previous question, please specify how you learned of this employment opportunity in the space provided :

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Have you previously worked for WSDOT as a TE Intern?

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