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NEOGOV · 3 weeks ago

Senior Marine Engineer - Washington State Ferries

King County - Seattle – Belltown, WA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

$91K/yr - $123K/yr

NEOGOV is seeking a Senior Marine Engineer to join the Washington State Department of Transportation's Terminal Engineering team. The role involves managing the development of project packages and providing design support for ferry terminals, ensuring safe and reliable operations across the Puget Sound region.

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Responsibilities

Prepare and review complex PS&E plans, specifications, and estimates for terminal projects

Apply terminal civil design standards and provide technical review of design documentation and approvals

Draft geometric design elements and finalize horizontal/vertical alignments using approved software

Develop coordinated quantity calculations and cost estimates across multiple disciplines

Lead design efforts for terminal preservation and improvement projects, managing scope, schedule, and deliverables

Ensure compliance with WSDOT design criteria, environmental requirements, and WSF operational needs

Coordinate design activities with civil, electrical, mechanical/vessel, architectural, and security/IT teams

Support construction phase coordination and perform other duties as assigned

Uphold WSF’s strategic priorities (Service Excellence, Improved Communication, and Empowered People) and values (Serve, Grow, Trust, Respect, and Navigate), ensuring they are embedded in WSF’s culture through leadership actions

Qualification

Civil Engineering PrinciplesMarine Construction MethodsEnvironmental ComplianceProfessional Engineer LicenseProject ManagementMulti-discipline CoordinationContracting KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsSafety AwarenessCommunication SkillsCollaboration Skills

Required

Applied knowledge of civil and/or structural engineering principles, including experience preparing or reviewing engineering plans, reports, and design documents

Demonstrated familiarity with transportation engineering, terminal or site design, and related multi-discipline elements (mechanical, electrical, architectural, hydraulic, sanitary, and geotechnical)

Working knowledge of marine construction methods and waterfront infrastructure

Ability to interpret and apply engineering standards and codes such as ADA, UBC, AASHTO, TDM, and WSDOT design standards

Experience working with environmental laws, permit applications, and construction/environmental compliance processes (NEPA, SEPA, local permitting, etc.)

Ability to coordinate with municipalities and regulatory agencies during project review and approval

Demonstrated experience managing complex engineering projects (scope, schedule, budget, deliverables)

Ability to document, assess, and manage project risks using established tools and standards

Experience leading or coordinating multi-discipline project teams

Applied knowledge of DBB, DB, and GC/CM delivery methods

Experience working with consultant agreements, construction documents, and engineering administration tasks

Ability to solve complex engineering problems using independent, professional judgment

Skill in analyzing technical data, engineering plans, cost estimates, and reports

Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience engaging internal teams, external partners, or management

Demonstrated ability to contribute to a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative work environment

Knowledge of workplace safety principles and ability to integrate safety considerations into engineering work

Professional Engineer (PE) registration in Washington State (or approved equivalent)

Preferred

Significant experience applying civil engineering principles in marine, ferry terminal, or waterfront environments

Proven ability to integrate civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and geotechnical design elements into coordinated, buildable solutions

Demonstrated application of engineering standards, safety codes, and industry best practices to ensure quality and compliance

Experience leading complex engineering programs that support safe and reliable transportation or ferry system operations

Ability to balance technical, environmental, and operational priorities to support long-term asset performance

Experience coordinating with contractors, design teams, and operational groups to deliver capital or preservation projects

Demonstrated experience preparing PS&E or design-build packages with strong scope, schedule, cost, and risk controls

Skill in negotiating, managing, and administering consultant contracts or construction partnerships

Ability to convey complex technical concepts to executives, regulatory agencies, or community stakeholders

Experience participating in or leading public involvement activities to support project understanding and acceptance

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or a closely related technical field

Master's degree in civil, structural, transportation, or a related engineering discipline

Benefits

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.

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.

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.

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).

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.

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.