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Engineer, Civil Engineering
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Thermopolis, Hot Springs County, Wyoming, 82443, USA
Listed on 2026-01-01
Listing for:
State of Wyoming
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Thermopolis
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is looking for a full-timeEngineer to help shape the future of Wyoming’s transportation system in Thermopolis. If you’re ready to work on impactful projects from start to finish—design to construction—this is your chance to make a difference in one of the most scenic spots in the state.
Thermopolis isn’t just famous for the world’s largest mineral hot springs—it’s an outdoor paradise. Nestled between the Owl Creek Mountains and the Bighorn River, you’ll have access to white-water rafting, dinosaur dig sites, hiking trails, fishing, swimming, ATVing, hunting, boating, and camping. In Thermopolis, every day offers a new adventure.
Bonus:
Wyoming has no state income tax, so you can enjoy the outdoor lifestyle while keeping more of what you earn.
As an Engineer in Construction, you’ll oversee everything from project inception to contract completion under the direction of the Resident Engineer. If you're passionate about creating safe, high-quality infrastructure, this is the perfect opportunity for you!
Ready to build a career and a life you’ll love? Apply now!
This position offers a:
**$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
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.
- Performs field inspections, surveys, laboratory testing, material 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 trains personnel on proper techniques for documentation of fieldwork.
- Coordinates with the contractor, other agencies, and the public when a project impacts them.
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 and survey equipment, and testing equipment constantly.
- Knowledge of contemporary practices in road construction contracts.
- Knowledge of analyze a situation and based on education, experience, policies, and specifications, develop a solution and then implement 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 calculation and accounting procedures.
- Skills in interpersonal relations and communications.
- Skills in oral and written communication.
- Skills in decision-making and direction of…
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