System Integration Engineer (TE3) In-Training

Salary : $69,375.00 - $113,639.00 Annually
Location : King County - Shoreline, WA
Job Type: Full Time - Permanent
Job Number: 26DOT-NWR-10021e
Department: Dept. of Transportation
Division: Northwest Region
Opening Date: 10/20/2026
Closing Date: 11/4/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Description
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 currently seeking a System Integration Engineer () in Shoreline, WA to serve as a technical expert in Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and ITS communications. In this role, you will lead system integration efforts to deploy new ITS devices, maintain existing technology, and ensure reliable system performance to support safe and efficient traffic operations. Your work in ITS will help improve highway network performance and safety across the Northwest Region.
What to Expect

Among the varied range of responsibilities held within this role, you will:

• Maintain and modify the programming for freeway ramp control systems for safe and efficient operation.
• Investigate and troubleshoot reported problems with ITS network devices.
• Provide ITS Punchlist for various Design Build, Design Bid Build, and maintenance build projects with ITS elements in construction.
• Perform field reviews to proof communication and ITS plans and as-builts with actual field conditions.
• Support WSDOT, local agencies, and developer project development and construction by providing technical review, operational input, and coordination on ITS-related needs.
• Coordinate and consult with construction offices on inspection of ITS installations during construction phase of projects.
• Recommend solutions to construction offices that deviate from plans or specifications to solve field problems.
• Consult and train ITS designers and construction engineers and technicians to resolve installation or equipment errors.

Qualifications

This is a Transportation Engineer 3 position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan.
Required Competencies - Transportation Engineer 3 (TE3) Level:

• Advanced Engineering Knowledge & Application: Demonstrates advanced knowledge of civil engineering principles and applies high-level engineering practices to the operation of ITS devices and transportation projects, designs, and analyses. Applies a strong understanding of engineering methods, standards and analytical approaches to support technical decision-making and operational effectiveness.
• Technical Interpretation & Analysis: Experience reading, interpreting, and analyzing guidance documents in support of ITS integration and transportation engineering work. Ability to apply and translate this guidance into real world solutions including development of projects and recommendations about traffic operations.
• Leadership Skills: Strong communicator with proven ability to lead and coach subordinate staff, including evaluating performance, identifying training needs, and resolving personnel issues.

Required Competencies - Transportation Engineer 2 (TE2) Level (In-Training):

• Intermediate Engineering Knowledge & Application: Demonstrates foundational understanding of civil engineering principles and applies intermediate-level engineering practices to transportation projects, designs, and analyses,

Required Competencies - Transportation Engineer 1 (TE1) Level (In-Training):

• Foundational Engineering Knowledge & Application: Demonstrates foundational understanding of civil engineering principles supported by an engineering degree or certification as an Engineer-in-Training (EIT).

The following qualifications are also required at any level:

• Engineering Knowledge & Application: Demonstrates initiative in selecting resources and interpreting design guidance. Applies sound engineering judgment to organize findings and recommend actions based on design guidelines and supporting evidence.
• Data Analysis & Report Writing: Strong analytical skills with a solid understanding of data collection, analysis, and reporting practices. Ability to conduct research and interpret technical literature related to transportation.
• Communication & Interpersonal Proficiency: Strong written and verbal communication skills to communicate technical information clearly to a variety of stakeholders including engineers, contractors, and the public.
• Collaboration & Team Coordination: Works effectively with diverse teams, supporting engineers, and external stakeholders.
• Engineering Mathematics: Demonstrates sufficient mathematical proficiency to apply engineering equations accurately in traffic design and analysis.
• Technology & Software: Proficient in computer operations and associated engineering design software, including Microsoft Suite products (e.g., SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Ability to rapidly multitask between multiple software applications in emergency situations.
• Support Focused: Ability to contribute to efficient daily operations by helping WSDOT staff and external partners, helping coordinate field activities, resolve routine operational issues, and ensure information and resources are delivered accurately and on time.
• Growth Mindset: Actively demonstrates a commitment to learning and growth.
• Service-Oriented: Takes action to meet the needs of others.

• A valid driver's license and the ability to operate state-owned vehicles.
• Ability to travel and perform field work safely outdoors along highways and within active work zones, in inclement weather, during daytime or nighttime.
• Ability to navigate rough, steep, and uneven terrain and confined spaces such as communication vaults; perform duties low to the ground or at ground level; and stand for extended periods of time.

It is preferred that qualified candidates also demonstrate:

• Certifications & Licensure:
  • Professional Engineering (PE) License
  • Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) certification
• Control Systems Programming: Experience with making modifications to the programming for control systems.
• Technology Integrations & Coordination: Experience with coordination and integration of new technology into existing systems.
• Fiber Optic Testing & Analysis: Experience performing fiber optic testing (power meter, OTDR) and interpreting test results from fiber optic testing.
• Data Communication Protocols: Experience working with data communication protocols (Ethernet, serial, telephony).
• Technical Documentation: Experience reading and understanding technical manuals and explaining technical information related to ITS and data communications.
• Technical Writing & Communication: Experience writing or reviewing technical ITS and communication specifications. Possesses the writing skills to clearly convey requests, findings, and proposals relating to engineering topics.

To review the full Position Description, please follow the directions in the Contact Us section of this posting.

Important Notes

• This recruitment may also be used to fill additional positions per business needs.
• This position is not eligible for remote work during the training period. Once the training period is complete, the position may be eligible for occasional remote work subject to supervisor approval.
• 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 Information on other compensation types for non-represented positions can be found in of the Washington Administrative Code.
• This is a Transportation Engineer 3 position. However, the hiring manager reserves the right to fill the position at a lower level in the based on candidate qualifications, providing an opportunity for an individual to gain the required experience on the job as part of a formal "in-training" plan. The base salaries for each level are:

• Transportation Engineer 3: $80,496 - $108,228
• Transportation Engineer 2: $72,900 - $98,064
• Transportation Engineer 1: $66,072 - $88,788

• 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

Why WSDOT

• Work-Life Balance - We are committed to ensure that our staff experience the reward of public service, while also sustaining a routine that suits each individuals' lifestyle. As such, there are a number of flexible schedule options available.
• 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 their choice of state retirement programs, and much more. Go to for more information.

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 listed Recruiter.

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 ;br>
Contact Us

For inquiries about this posting, you may contact the assigned Recruiter at . Please be sure to reference 26DOT-NWR-10021e 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 01-07-2026
01

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

• I have a master's degree or higher.
• I have a bachelor's degree.
• I have an associate's degree.
• I have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• None of the above

02

If you indicated completion of a degree, please list your degree and field of study. Otherwise, enter N/A.
03

Do you have the following license(s) or certification(s)? Please select all that apply.

• Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification
• Professional Engineering (PE) License
• Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) Certification
• None of the above

04

Engineering Knowledge & ApplicationPlease select the option that best describes your knowledge and experience applying civil engineering principles to transportation projects, designs, analyses, or Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) operations.

• Advanced: I have independently applied advanced civil engineering principles and methods to analyze complex transportation engineering challenges, evaluate alternatives, develop solutions, and support technical decision-making.
• Intermediate: I have applied civil engineering principles to analyze transportation engineering problems, evaluate design alternatives, and support the development or implementation of engineering solutions.
• Basic: I have foundational knowledge of civil engineering principles and have applied them through coursework, training, internships, or limited professional experience.
• Limited: I have limited knowledge of civil engineering principles and little experience applying them to technical problems.
• No Experience: I have no knowledge or experience applying civil engineering principles to transportation-related work.

05

Please briefly describe your experience applying civil engineering principles to transportation projects, designs, analyses, or ITS operations. If you do not have this experience, enter N/A.
06

Technical Interpretation & AnalysisPlease select the option that best describes your experience interpreting engineering guidance, standards, specifications, or technical literature and applying the information to solve transportation-related problems.

• Advanced: I have independently researched and interpreted complex engineering guidance and standards, evaluated technical evidence and alternatives, and developed recommendations or solutions for transportation engineering and ITS operations.
• Intermediate: I have interpreted engineering guidance and standards to evaluate technical issues, identify potential solutions, and support transportation project development or traffic operations decisions.
• Basic: I have basic knowledge of engineering guidance and standards and have applied them through coursework, training, internships, or limited professional experience.
• Limited: I have limited experience interpreting engineering guidance or applying technical information to transportation-related problems.
• No Experience: I have no experience interpreting engineering guidance, standards, or technical literature to support engineering work.

07

Communication & Interpersonal ProficiencyPlease select the option that best describes your experience communicating technical information to a variety of stakeholders.

• Advanced: I have independently, in both written and verbal fashion, communicated technical information to a variety of stakeholders on numerous occasions.
• Intermediate: I have independently communicated technical information to stakeholders in either written or verbal fashions.
• Basic: I have independently communicated technical information to limited numbers of stakeholders.
• Limited: I have limited experience communicating technical information to stakeholders.
• No Experience: I have no experience communicating technical information to stakeholders.

08

Data Analysis & Report WritingPlease select the option that best describes your experience collecting, analyzing, and interpreting technical data and documenting findings or recommendations.

• Advanced: I have independently designed or conducted technical analyses, interpreted complex data, evaluated findings, and prepared detailed reports or recommendations to support engineering decisions.
• Intermediate: I have collected or analyzed technical data, interpreted results, and prepared reports or documentation to support engineering projects or operational decisions.
• Basic: I have basic knowledge of data analysis and technical reporting and have applied these skills through coursework, training, internships, or limited professional experience.
• Limited: I have limited experience analyzing technical data or preparing reports related to engineering work.
• No Experience: I have no experience collecting or analyzing technical data or preparing technical reports.

09

Technology & SoftwarePlease select the option that best describes your proficiency using the following computer software: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Adobe, and specialized web browser applications.

• Advanced: I have extensive proficiency using all of the listed computer applications and can independently perform complex functions, troubleshoot issues, and use advanced features to efficiently complete work assignments.
• Intermediate: I have strong proficiency using all of the listed computer applications and can independently perform a variety of functions and tasks using the applications to complete work assignments.
• Basic: I have working proficiency using all of the listed computer applications and can perform routine functions and tasks with minimal assistance.
• Limited: I have limited proficiency using the listed computer applications and have some familiarity with their basic functions but may require assistance to complete tasks.
• No Experience: I have no experience using the listed computer applications.

10

Fiber Optic Testing & Analysis Please select the option that best describes your experience performing fiber optic testing (power meter, OTDR) and interpreting test results from fiber optic testing.

• Advanced: I have extensive proficiency in fiber optic testing and analysis and can independently use power meters, OTDRs, and other testing and troubleshooting equipment.
• Intermediate: I have strong proficiency in fiber optic testing and analysis and can use power meters, OTDRs, and other testing and troubleshooting equipment with limited supervision.
• Basic: I have working proficiency using all of the listed equipment for fiber optic testing and analysis and can perform some testing with significant supervision.
• Limited: I have limited proficiency using some of the listed equipment for fiber optic testing and analysis.
• No Experience: I have no experience in fiber optic testing and analysis.

11

Do you currently possess a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

12

Are you willing and able to travel and perform field work safely outdoors along highways and within active work zones, and in inclement weather?

• Yes
• No

13

Are you able and willing to work nights, weekends, and other schedules to accommodate construction schedules as needed?

• Yes
• No

14

Are you willing and able to navigate rough, steep, and uneven terrain and confined spaces such as communication vaults; perform duties low to the ground or at ground level; and stand for extended periods of time?

• Yes
• No

15

How did you learn of this employment opportunity?

• Indeed
• LinkedIn
• Direct Email Notification
• WSDOT social media (Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, etc)
• Career Fair
• Monster
• WorkSource
• Handshake
• AASHTO
• NACTO
• COMTO
• APWA
• "NOW HIRING" banner/sign
• Radio advertisement
• WSDOT Employment Site
• Careers.wa.gov
• governmentjobs.com
• Other (specify below)

16

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