Engineer I 2025

State of Wyoming

  • Rock Springs, WY
  • $27.13-30.14 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: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 Rock Springs, Wyoming. Rock Springs, the fifth-largest city in Wyoming, offers a vibrant community and a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities, including fishing, biking, hiking, golfing, and access to the nearby Flaming Gorge National Recreation Area. The city proudly celebrates its diverse heritage each summer during International Day, a festival that features food, costumes, and traditions from the many cultures that helped shape the town.Rock Springs is also home to Western Wyoming Community College and hosts Wyoming's Big Show, a popular annual carnival and fair. Residents enjoy the added benefit of no state income tax, making Wyoming an attractive and affordable place to live and work. 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: **$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
  • Culture of public service and a commitment to work/life balance
  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
Human Resource Contact:307-352-3048 / Terra Poling /ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
  • Performs field inspections, surveys, laboratory testing, material analysis, and quality control to ensure the project complies with plans and specifications.
  • Collects data, and prepares engineering studies, reports, simple permits, summaries, and analyzes comments for a variety of projects with varying levels of complexity.
  • Designs, checks, and reviews calculations, and develops contract plans and documents with varying levels of complexity.
  • Measures, calculates, and documents quantities.
  • Writes permits and analyzes comments.
  • Responsible for contract administration
  • Contract administration of projects; approving or rejecting submittals.
  • Working in direct contact with land owners, business owners and contractors.
  • Inspection of projects to ensure accordance with plans and specs.
  • Involved in preliminary design.
  • Confers with and advises staff members of own agency or work system, applying knowledge and skills of own technical specialty.
  • Confers with superior, presenting and resolving difficult problems or questions, discussing plans and actions to be taken, and making decisions.
  • Develops and refines engineering designs to meet project specifications; reviews existing designs and engineering plans to determine feasibility and adequacy under present conditions and makes modifications as needed.
  • Performs field 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 drafting specialists and engineering technicians.
  • Computes cost estimates for a project, collects and compiles data, and makes analyses and determinations relating to the feasibility of undertaking specified projects.
  • Assists the Photogrammetric Engineer in administering, supervising, reviewing and overseeing all aspects of photogrammetric activities associated with image collection, stereo mapping, terrain compilation, image reproduction, and image storage.
QualificationsKNOWLEDGE:
  • Knowledge of principles, theories, concepts, and practices of engineering.
  • Knowledge of application and interpretation of contract requirements, specifications, plans, procedures, policies, and standards.
  • Knowledge of drafting principles, practices, standards, and related office policies.
  • Knowledge of scientific methods is necessary to solve problems.
  • Knowledge of underlying principles, reasons, or facts associated with information or data to draw conclusions.
  • Knowledge of common construction equipment and practices.
  • Knowledge of computer applications for design, detailing and office automation.
  • Knowledge of computers, calculators, survey equipment, and testing equipment.
  • 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 certificate of registration from the Board of Engineering.Necessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL 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
, including your rights and responsibilities. * Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonusTemporary 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 InformationClick to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.URL:The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.Working for the State of Wyoming provides employees with a range of valuable benefits and offers a fulfilling career path. Employees enjoy comprehensive healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans, ensuring their well-being and that of their families. Additionally, the state offers multiple retirement plans, which provide financial security and stability for employees once their career in public services comes to an end. the state recognizes the importance of personal time and offers generous paid time off and flexible arrangements, allowing employees to recharge, take care of personal matters, and maintain a healthy work-life integration.There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces, clean air, great recreational activities, and no State income tax to mention a few!to learn more!

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