Job Details

ID #17201432
State Wyoming
City Sheridan
Job type Full-time
Salary USD $25.55 - $30.29 an hour 25.55 - 30.29 an hour
Source State of Wyoming
Showed 2021-07-23
Date 2021-06-21
Deadline 2021-08-20
Category Internet engineering
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Engineer II

Wyoming, Sheridan, 82801 Sheridan USA

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Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is an agency committed to providing a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the State of Wyoming. WYDOT now seeks a full-time Engineer II located in Sheridan, Wyoming. This position is responsible for, but not limited to, performing tasks for highway projects from inception through design, construction, and contract completion, under the direction of the Resident Engineer.

Enjoy all the historic Western Sheridan has to offer! At the foot of the Big Horn Mountains, you'll have easy access to hunting, fishing, camping, ATV trails, skiing, snowmobiling, hiking, golfing, other outdoor activities, and too many festivals and events to mention. Don't forget the famous WYO Rodeo held in July and February! Constant events are held at Sheridan College, from basketball to soccer. Feel like city activities? Billings, Montana, is less than two hours away. And Wyoming is one of only seven states with no income tax!

Human Resource Contact: (307) 674-2318 Jennifer Sullivan jennifer.sullivan@wyo.gov

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed at the job level.

  • Issues, reviews, comments, and revises plan sets.

  • Reviews and approves or rejects project submittals/permits.

  • Reviews and updates forms and documentation procedures in regards to construction activities and pay quantities.

  • Inspects and assures projects/facilities are completed according to plans, specifications, design criteria, and budgetary constraints.

  • Compiles and submits engineering recommendations and summaries for the design of various projects/facilities with varying levels of complexity.

  • Conducts extensive research of existing and evolving technologies.

  • Provides technical guidance, advice, and oversight.

  • Works in direct contact with contractors and subcontractors daily in the management of projects under construction.

  • It deals with landowners, traveling public and local, county, state, and federal government entities in the same context.

  • Performs field inspections, laboratory testing, materials 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 assure 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.

  • Reviews construction plans and verifies that these are in accordance with designated specifications and other requirements.

  • Conducts field engineering surveys, including reading a level and 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 training personnel on proper techniques for documentation of fieldwork.

  • Coordinates with the contractor and other agencies and the public when a project impacts them.

  • Oversees moderate to major construction projects by documenting pay quantities, directing the work schedule of subordinates, and working with a contractor for quality control

  • Ensures that materials sampling and testing are performed properly; audits material summaries for QA/QC purposes.

  • Prepares water agreements, materials agreements, and other necessary agreements.

Qualifications

PREFERENCES/AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to obtain the following certifications/licenses:

  • Valid Driver's License

  • QC/QA Certification in Soils & Aggregate, Asphalt, and Concrete

  • Asphalt Concrete, Soil & Aggregate

  • WYDOT Portland Cement Concrete

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Knowledge of authoritative reference materials in the field of engineering.

  • Knowledge of surveying and surveying instruments, and measurement and testing equipment and systems.

  • Knowledge of complex algorithms used in mathematical computer models to recognize the theory as the basis of their use.

  • Knowledge of construction methods and processes, project scheduling, cost estimating procedures, and material quantity takeoffs.

  • Knowledge of scientific and/or technical research practices.

  • 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 work activities.

  • Skills in making engineering calculations and highway construction planning and design.

  • Knowledge of WYDOT policies and procedures and engineering principles related to highway design and construction.

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 Required or Fundamentals in Engineering (FE)

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

  • Ability to sit/stand and operate equipment for long periods of time.

  • Work outdoors for extended periods of time in adverse environmental conditions.

  • Workaround heavy machinery.

  • Potentially exposed to hazardous waste.

  • Working around high-speed traffic and heavy construction equipment.

  • Work outdoors in a variety of inclement weather conditions to include heat, cold snow, and rain.

  • Physical Ability: Bending, stooping, and lifting fifty (50) pounds; safely lift and move necessary materials from one point to another; ability to stand for long periods of time.

NOTES:
  • FLSA: Non-Exempt

  • WYDOT will conduct motor vehicle record checks to verify a valid driver's license.

  • Occasional overnight travel is required.

  • 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 about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities.

Supplemental Information

045-Department of Transportation - Chief Engineer - District Construction

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.

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