Road Design Engineer 2026-00638
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Road Design Engineer 2026-00638
Salary
$27.13 - $30.14 Hourly
Location
Cheyenne, WY
Job Type
Permanent Full-time
Job Number
2026-00638
Department
Department of Transportation
Division
Department of Transportation
Opening Date
03/03/2026
Closing Date
Continuous
FLSA
Determined by Position
Job Classification
ENEG08
Description
Benefits
Questions
Description and Functions
Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Build the Future of Transportation in Wyoming
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a passionate and skilled Road Design Engineer to join our team in Cheyenne, Wyoming. In this role, you'll take on meaningful work that directly impacts the safety, efficiency, and quality of our state's roadways.
As a Road Design Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing, refining, and reviewing highway construction plans that are critical to improving Wyoming's transportation system. Working under limited supervision, you'll help bring complex infrastructure projects to life-from initial concept through to contract bidding-ensuring every design meets the highest standards of safety and functionality.
This is your opportunity to make a lasting difference in how people travel across our state, all while enjoying the benefits of living in a scenic, welcoming community with no state income tax and a strong sense of purpose.
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 (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) , or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL)
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Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
Human Resource Contact: 307-777-4356
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function that may be performed in the job level.
With minimal oversight, develops, refines, and reviews horizontal and vertical alignments
With minimal oversight, establishes the dimensions and geometry of roadway cross-sectional elements to determine and refine excavation, embankment, and haul quantities for roadway construction
Using CADD software and other software packages, designs and detail other roadway features such as guardrail installations, culverts, storm sewer, drainage structures, utility, and right-of-way impacts
Follows applicable State, Federal, and Agency design policies and procedures
With minimal oversight, calculates pay quantities for the materials used to construct roadways and prepares spreadsheets summarizing these quantities
Attends periodic workshops to increase skills and knowledge and train others in new methods and procedures
With minimal oversight, issues intermediate plan sets, and attends inspections
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE:
Knowledge of calculus, geometry, algebra, and trigonometry
Knowledge of highway engineering concepts and principles
Knowledge of the WYDOT project/plan development procedures and project flow charts
Skill in technical writing
Skill in communication and time management
Skill in the use of computer applications for office automation
Ability to write reports and specifications
Ability to produce engineering plans and develop cost estimates in a timely manner
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)
Experience:
0-2 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering)
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Some agencies may require a certificate of registration from the Board of Engineering.
Necessary Special Requirements
NOTES:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.
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 aboutE-Verify (http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify) , including your rights and responsibilities.
Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
Acceptance of a permanent full-time non-exempt/exempt position posted for public recruitment
Temporary employees accepting a full-time 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 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
045-Wyoming Department of Transportation - Engineering & Planning - Project Development
Clickhere (https://ai.wyo.gov/divisions/human-resources/consultative-services/compensation/pay-tables-salary-averages) to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
Clickhere (https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/) 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:https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov/
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, andno state income tax.
Click here for detailed information (https://ai.wyo.gov/for-job-seekers/benefit-information) or you can watch this short video to learn about our benefit package! (https://youtu.be/DxeKSDMAjcw?si=90XLWN-kJ1Y0EGfL) .
