Bridge Design Engineer I 2026-02524

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is hiring a full-time Bridge Design Engineer in Cheyenne, Wyoming, to design highway structures that support public safety and improve the transportation system. With direction and training from a supervisor and more experienced engineers, the engineer produces and checks designs for bridges and other highway-related structures in accordance with applicable engineering principles and AASHTO specifications. The role also uses computer applications for engineering calculations and design work, and may assist in developing and maintaining bridge engineering software. The position is open until filled and offers a $2,000 hiring bonus subject to eligibility criteria. WYDOT describes its compensation package as including health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; retirement plans; and flexible schedules and work-life balance options. The position is non-exempt and located in Cheyenne.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
0–2 years of progressive work experience in Engineering.
Knowledge of structural engineering design principles, applications, and theory.
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals, including highway geometrics, hydraulic design, and geotechnical engineering as they relate to Department practice.
Knowledge of AASHTO design specifications, Program policies, and Department standards.
Skill using computer applications for structural design and office automation.
Ability to analyze and solve varied problems and produce complete, clear, and organized solutions.
Some agencies may require a certificate of registration from the Board of Engineering.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structures.
Engineer-in-Training (EIT) license or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) qualification.

Responsibilities

Produce and check designs for steel and concrete bridges, overhead sign structures, concrete box culverts, retaining walls, and other highway-related structures, with direction and training from a supervisor and experienced engineers.
Apply engineering theory and design principles in accordance with AASHTO specifications to support accuracy and public safety.
Use computer applications to perform engineering calculations and produce accurate, organized, legible designs.
Review designs for clarity, organization, and completeness.
Check structural details for conformance with design, detailing procedures, accuracy, office standards, and completeness.
Calculate estimated material quantities and construction costs.
Use information from meetings and site inspections, as well as hydraulic, land-use, and geological recommendations, to assist with preliminary structure selection, bridge-length determinations, structure repairs and rehabilitation, and cost comparisons, under required supervision.
Assist with the development, testing, and maintenance of the BRASS suite of programs and other engineering software used in bridge and structural-component design, review, and rating.