^ Well, I moved to the area a year or ago. I got a call from the manager at one of the firms I interviewed with at the time, but didn't have a spot for me then.
We talked, I said I was frustrated at my current position because I'd been pigeon-holed into doing nothing but drafting up the PM's redlines. Despite having a master's degree, upcoming license, etc.
They made an offer. More money, shorter commute, less each week out of my check toward benefits, etc. I said I'd accept, I just wanted to get through the PE first before rocking the boat at the current spot.
I'm glad I waited. My boss was cool with it, but asked me to give him as many hours as possible over the next 2 weeks. Which is ok with me, it's a good firm, just not the place for me right now.