Studies Engineer 2026-02538

State of Wyoming•Cheyenne, WY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) is seeking a Studies Engineer for its Traffic Program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. The position performs and analyzes traffic engineering studies to support a safe and efficient transportation system throughout Wyoming. It evaluates roadway operations, highway capacity, and safety improvement needs; reviews studies submitted by external entities; and provides recommendations and technical guidance to WYDOT Districts. The role also supports traffic signal timing analysis, statewide no-passing barrier reviews, maintenance of the WYDOT Studies Manual, and collection and submission of Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data. The engineer supervises assigned personnel and coordinates traffic-study projects and stakeholders to ensure recommendations support roadway safety, operational efficiency, and engineering standards. The position offers a $2,000 hiring bonus subject to eligibility requirements. The successful candidate may be eligible for moving expense reimbursement. The job posting describes a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance; paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; retirement pension and 457B plans; and flexible schedules and work-life balance options. The position is classified as exempt. A Professional Engineer's (PE) license is required at the time of hire, and a Wyoming PE is required within one year of the hire date. The posting states that the position will supervise construction located in Wheatland, Wyoming.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
Two to four years of progressive work experience in Engineering, with acquired knowledge at the level of a Project Engineer.
Professional Engineer's (PE) license required at the time of hire; Wyoming PE required within one year of hire.
Knowledge of engineering fundamentals relating to highway geometrics, hydraulic design, soil engineering, and construction practices.
Knowledge of legal aspects of supervision, hiring, and firing.
Ability to prepare and deliver technical training and presentations.
Effective verbal and written communication skills to explain concepts to outside agencies and public partners and provide direction to engineers and technicians.
Ability to plan, organize, oversee, and monitor work schedules and projects.
Ability to give attention to work and perform under pressure.

Responsibilities

Conduct and analyze traffic engineering studies, including speed studies, traffic signal warrants, passing lane studies, and corridor studies, to evaluate roadway operations, capacity, and safety improvement needs.
Review traffic studies submitted by external customers and provide technical comments, recommendations, and guidance to WYDOT Districts.
Analyze traffic data and evaluate traffic models using engineering software, including TripGen, Synchro, and Highway Capacity Software (HCS).
Assist with establishing and reviewing statewide no-passing barriers.
Review traffic signal operations and timings, analyze signal performance, and develop recommendations to improve traffic flow and operational efficiency.
Maintain and update the WYDOT Studies Manual.
Collect, analyze, and submit annual Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data to Planning.
Coordinate with WYDOT District personnel, state and local government agencies, private-sector representatives, and other stakeholders regarding traffic studies, data interpretation, and engineering recommendations.
Supervise assigned personnel, including assigning and reviewing work, providing training, conducting performance evaluations, and addressing employee performance and development.
Prioritize and schedule traffic-study projects, determine data-collection needs, and coordinate work to meet project requirements and deadlines.
Supervise construction located in Wheatland, Wyoming.

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid vacation
Paid sick leave
FMLA
Paid holidays
Retirement pension
457B retirement plan
Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
Potential moving expense reimbursement for the successful candidate, subject to eligibility