Engineer II 2026-01173

Salary

$32.52 - $36.13 Hourly

Location

Buffalo, WY

Job Type

Permanent Full-time

Job Number

2026-01173

Department

Department of Transportation

Division

Department of Transportation

Opening Date

04/22/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

FLSA

Determined by Position

Job Classification

ENEG09

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is dedicated to delivering a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system for the state. WYDOT is currently seeking a full-time Engineer II to join its team in Buffalo, Wyoming. This position plays a key role in the development and delivery of highway projects, with responsibilities that include supporting projects from initial concept through design, construction, and final contract completion under the guidance of the Resident Engineer.

Located between the rolling plains of the Old West and the scenic peaks of the Bighorn Mountains, Buffalo offers an exceptional quality of life with the charm of small-town living. The area provides abundant year-round recreational opportunities, including hunting, fishing, hiking, camping, snowshoeing, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, rodeos, and access to a premier golf course in town. Additionally, Billings, Montana—offering expanded amenities—is just over a two-hour drive away.

As an added benefit, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, making this an attractive opportunity both professionally and personally.

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: https://compensationcalculator.wyo.gov Human Resource Contact: (307)674-2318 / Keri Griffith /keri.griffith2@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 revised plan sets.
  • Reviews and approves or rejects project submittals/permits.
  • Reviews and updates forms and documentation procedures regarding 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 on existing and evolving technologies.
  • Provides technical guidance, advice, and oversight.
  • Works in direct contact with contractors and subcontractors daily to manage projects under construction.
  • 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 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 b
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