Engineer I

General Description Open Until Filled The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a dedicated Engineer to join our team in Basin, Wyoming. As an Engineer in Construction, you will play a key role in highway projects, overseeing everything from inception and design to construction and contract completion under the direction of the Resident Engineer. Basin, founded in 1896 and known as the "Lilac City," is the heart of the beautiful Bighorn Basin and offers diverse outdoor activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, skiing, snowmobiling, and wildlife viewing. Wyoming has no state income tax, so you will keep more of your earnings while living in a scenic area. Ready to advance your career and help build Wyoming’s transportation system? Apply now and make a difference with WYDOT. Hiring Bonus $2,000 Hiring Bonus – eligibility details are provided in the notes section. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays Retirement – Pension and 457B plans Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE! Other Compensation Information Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary? Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: Human Resource Contact Jesse Maschke / View phone number on click.appcast.io / View email address on click.appcast.io Essential Functions Performs field inspections, surveys, laboratory testing, material analysis, and quality control. Develops engineering models, conducts studies, makes cost estimates, and 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 according to plans, specifications, etc. Provides the contractor with 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. Reviews construction plans and verifies 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. Checks and verifies the accuracy of detailed drawings in projects and makes corrections in drawings if necessary. Designs preliminary work, calculating land areas, earth forms, circular curves, material quantities, and other qualitative measurements using geometric and trigonometric computations. Trains other personnel in 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. Preferences 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. Knowledge of contemporary practices in road construction contracts. 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 calculation 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). Some agencies may require a certificate of registration from the Board of Engineering. 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 to confirm the eligibility of 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 active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back. Equal Opportunity Statement The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. Classifications and Compensation Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator. URL: #J-18808-Ljbffr