Principal Engineer, Traffic Design

JOB TITLE:
Engineer, Principal (Traffic Design)

PROJECT OVERVIEW:
Provide project design civil engineering services on large scale WSDOT highway improvement projects around the Puget Sound area. May be assigned to a PS&E style delivery program, or act as part of a general engineering consultant team co-located with WSDOT and other consultants and disciplines in a project office. Project bid documents may be developed using PS&E, or design-build delivery. Most projects will be followed through the construction phase. May assist with delivery of multiple projects on a specified corridor.

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Determines methods and solutions for complex engineering problems and selects the most efficient and economical manner in meeting the objectives. Applies advanced engineering techniques and analyses within a discipline. This level of Engineer is a fully qualified professional, proficient in the utilization of current engineering theories and practices. May serve as a technical consultant in area of specialty for management or the client. Many assignments involve CAE (computer aided engineering)/CAD (computer aided design) applications. Willingness to travel or relocate to supplier, client, or construction site locations, is expected.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
May function as discipline Project Engineer on medium to large projects, assuming responsibility for the work of the group.

May plan, direct, and supervise the work of a major engineering unit or project requiring a large-scale expenditure of manpower and financial investment.

Leads other Engineers and design personnel in technical excellence and growth in the Quality Improvement Process.

Provides technical consultations for interdisciplinary analytical studies and analyses.

Ensures compliance of design with all applicable codes and regulations, providing the seal and signature of the professional engineer when required by statute or contract.

Prepares material/equipment specifications and purchase requisitions; reviews supplier data; witnesses shop tests, assists with assessing supplier manufacturing capabilities.

Develops operation and maintenance plans; develops standard operating procedures; prepares O & M manuals and may conduct on-site training of personnel.

Conducts surveys, studies, and site investigations.

Performs reliability, availability, maintenance (RAM) and safety analyses.

Maintains affiliation with professional societies to keep abreast of current technologies.

Helps determine budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule. May assist with other administrative and technical duties.

Recommends and prepares technical papers.

Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.


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REQUIREMENTS
PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
4-year degree in Engineering (or related field) and 10-12 years of related work experience. Professional Engineer registration is required. WSDOT experience preferred.

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:
Potential to perform in a lead capacity, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a familiarity of industry practices and regulations are required. Must also possess a thorough knowledge of current technology and be able to select and apply appropriate engineering software for use on project.