King County's Metro Transit Capital Division is seeking a Mechanical Engineer (Transit Engineer IV) to join a talented team of professionals to shape the future of sustainable transportation. If you are passionate about collaboration, complex and varied infrastructure, and contributing to impactful projects, we invite you to join our team!
As a Mechanical Engineer in the Capital Division’s Engineering Services Section, you will be part of a team that supports some of Metro’s most critical infrastructure. Primary responsibilities include building institutional knowledge while working with Facilities Maintenance and Environmental Compliance staff on projects that support the State of Good Repair of existing vehicle maintenance and operational facilities. Other work includes Passenger Facilities and Zero-Emissions Program initiatives, and other meaningful public-facing and internal projects.
In this role, you’ll ensure delivery of high-quality engineering work products and develop positive and productive relationships with a variety of tradespeople as well as office-based professionals.
About Metro Transit and the Capital Division
King County Metro Transit is a trailblazer in public transportation, committed to connecting people to work, reducing commuter stress, and enhancing urban air quality. By providing comfortable and effective transit services, Metro benefits thousands of commuters and residents across King County, Washington. Renowned for pioneering innovations, we continue to set the standard in the nation's public transportation industry.
The Capital Division plays a vital role in delivering groundbreaking programs, such as Zero Emissions (ZE) infrastructure. Our teams are at the forefront of electrifying bus bases and establishing opportunity charging along transit corridors. Beyond electrification, the Capital Division ensures that Metro’s facilities remain safe, efficient, and ready to support daily operations. Through ongoing maintenance, upgrades, and modernization efforts, we help keep the system running smoothly. By integrating green building practices and sustainable design in every project, we reinforce Metro’s commitment to a cleaner, healthier and brighter future for all.
Why Work at King County Metro
Be part of a nationally recognized agency advancing sustainable and equitable public transportation.
Shape meaningful projects that improve daily travel for thousands of riders.
Join a workplace that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Enjoy a hybrid work environment supported by collaborative teams.
Access competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance and retirement options through the PERS pension system and 457(b) plan.
Benefit from generous paid time off, including holidays, vacation, sick leave, parental leave, and volunteer leave.
Take advantage of additional programs such as commuter benefits with an ORCA pass, flexible spending accounts, wellness resources, activity centers, and EAP support.
Recruitment Information:
This recruitment will be used to fill one Career Service vacancy. In addition, this selection process may be used to generate an eligibility pool for future Career Service, Special Duty Assignment, or term-limited temporary vacancies that may occur in this classification and workgroup within the Capital Division. The eligibility pool will be retained for 12 months from the time it is established and may be extended or used at the discretion of the hiring authority.
Who may apply:
We welcome applications from all interested candidates, including current King County employees and the public. Please refer to the "Supplemental Information" section of this job bulletin for the required application materials.
As a Mechanical Engineer, you will:
Develop and analyze project alternatives, prepare and review mechanical engineering designs, specifications and cost estimates for transit facility capital projects, primarily in the area of HVAC, industrial facility utilities and equipment, underground and aboveground fueling and maintenance fluid distribution systems.
Coordinate mechanical designs with electrical, structural and civil engineering units.
Review consultant-produced predesign reports, designs, specifications and cost estimates.
Assist project managers with project scopes, budgets and schedules.
Provide engineering support to construction managers including contractor submittal reviews and field inspections.
Provide engineering services to Metro Transit stakeholder groups and regulatory agencies to address concerns related to existing and planned facilities.
Develop and maintain successful relationships with internal and external customers.
Perform other duties as assigned.
