Open Until Filled GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is an agency committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT now seeks a full-time Engineer located in Kemmerer, Wyoming. Kemmerer is home of the original J.C. Penney store The area is known for two great, family-friendly annual events - the FossilFest and the Oyster Ridge Music Festival, which is Wyoming’s largest free music fest. Nearby Fossil Butte National Monument offers the opportunity to view fossils, fossil excavation, and hiking. For those who want to explore more, Kemmerer is a short two-hour drive to Salt Lake City. Wyoming is one of seven states with no state income tax. 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 also 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 / terra.poling1wyo.gov 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 assure 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. Reviews construction plans and verify that these are in accordance with designated specifications and other requirements. Conducts field engineering surveys, including reading a level and 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 train personnel on proper techniques for documentation of fieldwork. Coordinates with the contractor and other agencies and the public when they are impacted by a project. 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 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 principals 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) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 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 to include 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 of time. 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. 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. The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities. J-18808-Ljbffr