Salary: $28.90 – $36.13 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 2023-01053
Department: 045-WYDOT-Chief Engineer – District Construction
Opening Date: 05/23/2023
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT now seeks a full-time Engineer II located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, performing tasks for highway projects from inception through design, construction, and contract completion, under the Resident Engineer’s direction.
Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range but still true to the history of the Old West. the city offers nearby access to mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Cheyenne also is home to the “Daddy of ’em All” – Cheyenne Frontier Days – held every last week of July. Wyoming is one of seven states with no income tax.
Human Resource Contact: Ellen Teigen / ellen.teigen@wyo.gov / 307-745-2111
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Oversees construction projects of moderate complexity by documenting pay
quantities, directing the work schedule of subordinates, and working with a contractor for quality control. - Works in direct contact with contractors and subcontractors daily in the management of projects under construction.
- Reviews and updates forms and documentation procedures regarding construction
activities and pay quantities. - Inspects and assures projects/facilities are completed according to plans,
specifications, design criteria, and budgetary constraints. - Compiles and submits engineering recommendations and summaries for designing
various projects/facilities with varying levels of complexity. - Conducts extensive research of existing and evolving technologies.
- Provides technical guidance, advice, and oversight.
- Works with landowners, the traveling public, and local, county, state, and federal
government entities in the same context. - Performs field inspections, laboratory testing, materials 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 assure the contractor is constructing the project
according to plans, specifications, etc. - Calculates and documents quantities for payment to the contractor.
- Reviews construction plans and verifies that these are in accordance with designated
specifications and other requirements. - Conducts field engineering surveys.
- Checks and verifies the accuracy of detailed project drawings and suggests corrections in drawings if necessary.
- Coordinate with the contractor, other agencies, and the public when a project impacts
them. - Ensures materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material
summaries for QA/QC purposes. - Prepares water agreements, materials agreements, and other necessary agreements.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
- Knowledge of authoritative reference materials in the field of engineering.
- Knowledge of surveying and surveying instruments and measurement and testing equipment and systems.
- Knowledge of complex algorithms used in mathematical computer models to recognize the theory as the basis of their use.
- Knowledge of construction methods and processes, project scheduling, cost estimating procedures, and material quantity takeoffs.
- Knowledge of scientific and/or technical research practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:
0-3 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the Engineer I level.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Engineer in Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE) Required.
Necessary Special Requirements
PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Ability to sit/stand and operate equipment for long periods of time.
- Work outdoors for extended periods of time in adverse environmental conditions.
- Workaround heavy machinery.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Non-Exempt
- WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify for a valid driver’s license.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
- Occasional overnight travel is required.
- 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.
Supplemental Information
045-Department of Transportation – WYDOT-Chief Engineer – District Construction
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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates 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.
There are many benefits to living and working in Wyoming. Beautiful country with wide-open spaces and clean air, great recreational opportunities, and no State income tax to mention a few! In addition, the State of Wyoming offers State employees a very generous benefits package. Please for more information on the State of Wyoming employee benefits*.
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(ENEG09) Do you have a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering?
- Yes
- No
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(ENEG09) Which of the following best describes your work experience in Engineering? Experience definition: (This experience includes Engineering experience)
- No relevant experience.
- Less than one (1) year of relevant experience.
- One (1) to less than two (2) years of relevant experience.
- Two (2) to less than three (3) years of relevant experience.
- Three (3) or more years of relevant experience.
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(AA) Describe your relevant experience in the box below.
04
(ENEG09) Do you possess a required Engineer in Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE)?
- Yes
- No
05
(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
- Goverment jobs www.governmentjobs.com/careers/wyoming
- Indeed
- Zip Recruiter
- Wyoming Workforce Center
- Other job sites (Wyoming at Work, Monster, etc.)
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- Newspaper/Newsletter Advertisement
- Career Fair
- Human Resourses Division
- Friend or Acquaintance (Not State Employee)
- Current State Employee
- Other
06
(A) If you selected “Current State Employee” please provide the employee’s first and last name, and include the department they work for, if known. This employee may be eligible for a Referral bonus.
07
(A1) If you selected Other, please tell us where you heard about this opportunity.
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(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE DISCLOSURE: PER WYOMING STATUTE, current employees of the State of Wyoming are not eligible for veterans’ preference. If you are not a current employee of the State of Wyoming, to be eligible to receive veterans’ preference you MUST have been a resident of the State of Wyoming for a period of one (1) year or more at any time prior to submitting this application. I have read and understand the veterans’ preference disclosure.
- Yes
- No
- I am not a veteran
09
(AA) VETERANS’ PREFERENCE: If you are a war veteran as defined in section 101, Title 38, United States Code or are the surviving spouse of a war veteran who receives survivor benefits from the federal government based on the veteran’s military service, and wish to claim veterans’ preference, please attach the appropriate documentation substantiating your claim. Indicate below your appropriate veterans’ preference status. By requesting veterans’ preference, you are certifying that you meet the statutory requirements as described in the above disclosure.
- Current State Employee
- Veteran – DD214 Attached
- Disabled Veteran (10% or more) – DD214 and Veteran’s Disability Determination Attached
- Surviving Spouse of a Deceased Veteran – DD214 and proof of Survivor Benefit Attached
- None of the above
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(AA) Please be advised that an incomplete application WILL NOT be considered for employment. An attached resume’ is not required and is not an acceptable substitution for a completed application. Some State of Wyoming agencies use 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 at https://www.uscis.gov/e-verify.I have read and understand the above statement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question