Engineer I ENEG08 2026-01399

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are currently seeking a full-time Engineer I to join our team in Newcastle, Wyoming. Enjoy the small town western living in Newcastle located in the heart of the Black Hills. Easy access to fishing, hunting, skiing, camping, hiking, biking, golfing, ATV trails, snowmobiling and wide open spaces. In the mood for city entertainment? Rapid City, South Dakota is just a short trip away. And Wyoming is one of only seven states with no state income tax!

As an Engineer in Construction, this position is responsible for, but not limited to, performing tasks for highway projects from inception through design, construction, and contract completion, under the direction of the Resident Engineer.

This position offers a $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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs field inspections, surveys, laboratory testing, material analysis, and quality control.
• Develops engineering models, conducts studies, and makes cost estimates.
• Submits reports, summaries, and other required documentation.
• Reviews and evaluates the work of assigned engineering technicians.
• Performs inspections and testing to ensure the contractor is constructing the project in accordance with plans, specifications, etc.
• Provides the contractor with the necessary information to construct a project (showing a project and interpreting plans).
• Calculates and documents quantities for payment to the contractor.
• Examines and verifies numeric data and specifications on source documents by recalculating computations, using geometry or trigonometry.
• Resolves geometric and trigonometric problems encountered during the process of making detailed engineering drawings.
• Review construction plans and verify that these are in accordance with designated specifications and other requirements.
• Conducts field engineering surveys, including reading a level, operating a total station, GPS, and making decisions to solve problems that may occur.
• Checks and verifies the accuracy of detailed drawings in projects and makes corrections in drawings if necessary.
• Design preliminary work, calculating land areas, earth forms, circular curves, material quantities, and other qualitative measurements using geometric and trigonometric computations.
• Trains other personnel in the field of engineering and surveying and trains personnel on proper fieldwork documentation techniques.
• Coordinates with the contractor, other agencies, and the public when a project impacts them.

Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates with a Bachelor's Degree in Transportation Engineering.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of principles, theories, concepts, and practices of engineering.
• Knowledge of computers, calculators, survey equipment, and testing equipment constantly.
• Knowledge of contemporary practices in road construction contracting.
• Knowledge of analyzing a situation and, based on education, experience, policies, and specifications, developing a solution and then implementing the solution.
• Knowledge of Microstation and Geopak.
• Knowledge of word processors, spreadsheets, and other computer programs.

Ability to interpret plans and specifications based on sound engineering principles.

Skills in engineering calculations and accounting procedures.

Skills in interpersonal relations and communications.

Skills in oral and written communication.

Skills in decision-making and direction of work activities.

Skills in making engineering calculations and highway construction planning, and design.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering).

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Some agencies may require a certificate of registration from the Board of Engineering.

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Potentially exposed to hazardous waste.
• Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.
• Work outdoors in a variety of inclement weather conditions including heat, cold snow, and rain.
• Physical Ability: Bending, stooping, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds; safely lifting and moving necessary materials from one point to another; ability to stand for long periods.

NOTES:

FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

E-Verify: WYDOT uses E-Verify, an Internet-based system, to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus:

• Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
• Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
• One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
• Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
• Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
• If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.