Engineer II 2025-01352
Engineer II 2025-01352
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19-05-2025
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Description and Functions
- Open Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe highquality and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT now seeks a fulltime Engineer II located in Gillette WY. This position is responsible for but is not limited to performing tasks for highway projects from inception through design construction and contract completion under the direction of the Resident Engineer.
Nestled in the rolling hills between two iconic landmarks Mount Rushmore and Yellowstone National Park Gillette Wyoming is the perfect home base for explorers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. Just one hour away from the aweinspiring Devils Tower this vibrant town offers an unbeatable mix of natural beauty and adventure.
Explore the Great Outdoors:- Hunt fish and camp in pristine wilderness areas.
- Ski and snowmobile through snowy trails in the winter.
- Hike and golf amidst scenic views of the Black Hills and Big Horn Mountains.
Why Live Here- No state income tax more money in your pocket!
- Yearround outdoor activities for every type of adventurer.
- A welcoming community surrounded by the best of Wyomings natural charm.
This position offers:
**$2000 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)/Keri Griffith /
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed at the job level.- Issues reviews comments and revised plan sets.
- Reviews and approves or rejects project submittals/permits.
- 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 the design of various projects/facilities with varying levels of complexity.
- Conducts extensive research on existing and evolving technologies.
- Provides technical guidance advice and oversight.
- Works in direct contact with contractors and subcontractors daily to manage projects under construction.
- Deals with landowners 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 ensure the contractor is constructing the project according to 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.
- Review construction plans and verify 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 proper fieldwork documentation techniques.
- Coordinates with the contractor other agencies and the public when a project impacts them
- Oversees moderate to major construction projects by documenting pay quantities directing the work schedule of subordinates and working with a contractor for quality control
- Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.
- Prepares water agreements materials agreements and other necessary agreements.
Qualifications
- PREFERENCES/**AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:
**Must be able to obtain the following certifications/licenses:- Valid Drivers License
- QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate Asphalt and Concrete
- Asphalt Concrete Soil & Aggregate
- WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete
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.
- 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 contracts.
- Knowledge of analyzing a situation 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 decisionmaking and direction of work activities.
- Skills in making engineering calculations and highway construction planning and design.
- Knowledge of WYDOT policies and procedures and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:Bachelors Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:03 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of Engineer I.
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.
- Work around heavy machinery.
- Potentially exposed to hazardous waste.
- Working around highspeed 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 of time.
NOTES:- FLSA: NonExempt
- WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid drivers license.
- Occasional overnight travel is required.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a DrugFree Workplace.
- EVerify: WYDOT uses EVerify an Internetbased system to confirm the eligibility of all newly hired employees to work in the United States. Learn more aboutEVerify including your rights and responsibilities.
- Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Temporary employees accepting a fulltime 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 12month 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 Information
045Department of Transportation WYDOTChief Engineer District Construction
Clickhere to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
URL: 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.
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