Salary: $35.12 - $39.02 Hourly
Location : Cheyenne, WY
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Job Number: 2026-01872
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Opening Date: 07/24/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Determined by Position
Job Classification: ENEG09
Description and FunctionsOpen Until FilledGENERAL DESCRIPTION: The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. We are now seeking a full-time Engineer located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position develops, refines, and reviews highway construction plans for contract bidding with minimal oversight.
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. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
This position offers:
**$2,000 Hiring Bonus** See notes for eligibility
Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
- Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
- Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
- Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities
and MUCH MORE! Click here for detailed information, or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package!
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Come put your talents to work for the benefit of Wyoming citizens and generations to come.
Human Resource Contact: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- 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 design and drafting tasks of employees
- Trains, coaches, and mentors engineers and technicians
- Travels for field inspections and meetings, with overnight stays as necessary
QualificationsPREFERENCES: Preference may be given to candidates with a working knowledge of the WYDOT Road Design Guide, AASHTO Greenbook, AASHTO Roadside Design Guide, and ADA Guidelines for Accessibility.
KNOWLEDGE: - 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
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education:Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:0-3 years of progressive work experience in Engineering with acquired knowledge at the level of an Engineer I.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:Engineer in Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE) Required.
Necessary Special RequirementsPHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: - This position takes place in an average work environment.
NOTES: - FLSA: Non-Exempt
- 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 E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.
- The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
- Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
- Temporary employees accepting a full-time position
- Acceptance of a permanent, full-time position posted for public recruitment
- 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, 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 here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.
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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.
Working for the State of Wyoming means more than a job - it's a stable, rewarding career that lets you make a difference while enjoying a great quality of life.Employees enjoy:- 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
Know your full value.Your paycheck is only part of the picture. The State of Wyoming offers a Total Compensation Calculator that shows the full value of your salary plus benefits, so you can clearly see what your complete compensation package looks like.
Explore your total compensation: WORKING FOR THE GREATEST STATE IN THE NATION - Wyoming offers a lifestyle you can't find anywhere else - wide-open spaces, clean air, friendly communities, year-round recreation, and
no state income tax.
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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 below.
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(ENEG09) Do you possess a required Engineer in Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE)?
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(AB) Please provide your license/certificate no. in the box below.
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(ENEG09) Do you have a Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering?
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(A) Where did you hear about this opportunity?
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- Indeed
- LinkedIn
- 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
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(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.
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(AA) If you answered 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
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(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 have read and understand the above statement.
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