Bridge Design Engineer

Open Until Filled

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is on a mission to pave the way for a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system across the great state of Wyoming. We’re currently on the lookout for a full-time Bridge Design Engineer to join our team in Cheyenne--where the skies are wide, and the opportunities are even wider!

As a Bridge Design Engineer, you’ll be the mastermind behind designing innovative highway structures that not only enhance public safety but also elevate the entire transportation experience in our beautiful state. If you're ready to make a splash (or should we say a bridge) in Wyoming’s infrastructure, we want to hear from you!

• $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!  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.

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• With direction and training from the supervisor and more experienced engineers, produces and checks designs of steel and concrete bridges, overhead sign structures, concrete box culverts, retaining walls, and other highway-related structures, utilizing proper engineering theory and design principles in accordance with AASHTO specifications, ensuring accuracy and public safety
• Utilizes various computer applications to perform engineering calculations and produce accurate, organized, and legible designs
• Reviews designs for clarity, organization, and completeness
• Checks structural details for conformance with the design, proper detailing procedures, accuracy, office standards, and completeness
• Calculates estimated material quantities and construction costs
• Utilizes information from meetings and site inspections, along with hydraulic, land use, and geological recommendations to aid in preliminary structure selections, bridge length determinations, structure repairs, rehabilitation, and cost comparison, with required supervision
• Utilizes proper engineering theory and knowledge of computer development applications to assist in the development, testing, and maintenance of the BRASS suite of programs and other engineering software used in the design, review, and rating of bridges and structural components

Preference will be given to those with a Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures, PLUS an Engineer-in-Training (EIT) License or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE).

• Knowledge and competence in the principles, application, and interpretation of structural engineering design and theory
• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, i.e. highway geometrics, hydraulic design, and geotechnical engineering as they relate to Department practice
• Knowledge of AASHTO design specifications, Program policies, and Department standards
• Skilled in the use of computer applications for structural design and office automation
• Ability to analyze and solve varied problems and produce complete, clear, and organized solutions

Education: Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience: 0-2 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering)

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