Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a full-time
Engineer I to help shape the future of Wyoming’s transportation system in
Sundance, Wyoming. If you’re ready to work on impactful projects from start to finish—design to construction—this is your chance to make a difference in one of the most scenic spots in the state.
Sundance, Wyoming - where ‘the kid’ got his name. The Black Hills and Bear Lodge Mountains offer outdoor activities including hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, skiing, snowmobiling, golf, rodeos, and hiking. Sundance is a quiet town that comes alive with Summer traffic to Devil’s Tower and the Sturgis Bike Rally. If you’re looking for more to do, Rapid City, South Dakota is about an hour away. And Wyoming is one of only nine states with no income tax!
As an Engineer in Construction, you’ll oversee everything from project inception to contract completion under the direction of the Resident Engineer. If you're passionate about creating safe, high-quality infrastructure, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Ready to build a career and a life you’ll love? Apply now!
This position offers:
**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary?
Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov
Human Resource Contact: 307-674-2318 / Keri Griffith / [email protected]
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
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Performs field inspections, surveys, laboratory testing, material analysis, and quality control.
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Develops engineering models, conducts studies, makes cost estimates, and submits reports, summaries, and other required documentation.
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Reviews and evaluates the work of assigned engineering technicians.
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Performs inspections and testing to ensure the contractor is constructing the project according to plans, specifications, etc.
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Provides the contractor with the necessary information to construct a project (showing a project and interpreting plans).
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Calculates and documents quantities for payment to the contractor.
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Examines and verifies numeric data and specifications on source documents by recalculating computations using geometry or trigonometry.
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Resolves geometric and trigonometric problems encountered during the process of making detailed engineering drawings.
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Review construction plans and verify that these are in accordance with designated specifications and other requirements.
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Conducts field engineering surveys, including reading a level, operating a total station, GPS, and making decisions to solve problems.
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Checks and verifies the accuracy of detailed drawings in projects and makes corrections in drawings if necessary.
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Designs preliminary work, calculating land areas, earth forms, circular curves, material quantities, and other qualitative measurements using geometric and trigonometric computations.
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Trains other personnel in engineering and surveying and trains personnel on proper techniques for documentation of fieldwork.
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Coordinates with the contractor, other agencies, and the public when a project impacts them.
