Overnight Harness Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Description and Functions Open Until Filled GENERAL 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 Road Design 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.

Want to see the full value of your compensation beyond salary. Explore our Total Compensation Calculator: compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Come put your talents to work for the benefit of Wyoming citizens and generations to come. Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356 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 Qualifications PREFERENCES: 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 Requirements PHYSICAL 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 Information Click here to view the State of Wyoming Total Compensation Calculator.

Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure. URL: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/wyoming/default.cfm 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.