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NEOGOV · 10 hours ago

Engineer II 2025-03184

Cheyenne, WY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

$32.52/hr - $36.13/hr

0+ years exp

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. They are seeking a full-time Engineer II to develop, refine, and review highway construction plans for contract bidding with minimal oversight.

GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develops and checks contract plans and documents

Establishes vertical and horizontal roadway geometry and cross-sectional elements necessary for various types of roadways using the department’s computer-aided design and drafting software

Calculates and refines excavation, embankment, and haul quantities

Designs and details other roadway features such as guardrail installations, culverts & drainage ditches, storm sewers, and pedestrian facilities

Ensures the designs and plans meet technical and policy requirements, State statutes, and Federal regulations, and recommends approval or suggests modifications

Calculates and summarizes pay quantities for contract bidding purposes

Issues intermediate plan sets and reviews the plans at inspections with other WYDOT Programs, writes inspection reports, and presents the plans at public meetings

Responsible for project documentation

Guides the design and drafting tasks of employees

Trains, coaches, and mentors engineers and technicians

Travels for field inspections and meetings, with overnight stays as necessary

Qualification

Highway engineeringDesign software proficiencyFederal regulations knowledgeWYDOT Road Design GuideEngineer in Training (EIT)Project documentationMentoring skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

0-3 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of an Engineer I

Engineer in Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE) Required

Knowledge of current principles of highway engineering

Knowledge of current design and detailing policies and procedures for the work unit

Knowledge of computer applications for design, detailing, and office automation

Knowledge of Federal, State, and local rules and regulations

Preferred

Working knowledge of the WYDOT Road Design Guide

Working knowledge of AASHTO Greenbook

Working knowledge of AASHTO Roadside Design Guide

Working knowledge of ADA Guidelines for Accessibility

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

State Retirement plan and additional savings opportunities (deferred compensation)

Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays

Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family

Voluntary Benefits – including life insurance for you and family members, ambulance, pet insurance, short/long-term disability, flex spending and health savings accounts

Multiple retirement options – including the Wyoming Retirement System and a 457B account, helping you plan for long-term financial security

Generous paid leave and flexible schedules – vacation, sick leave, paid FMLA and 11 paid holidays each year

Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility – for those with qualifying student loans

Training and professional development – to support your career growth and advancement

Employee Assistance Program– Includes paid short-term counseling, legal, financial and work-life benefits and select employee discounts

Wellness Program– Earn paid time off and incentives by focusing on your personal health