Principal Engineer 2026-00470
State of WyomingAbout the role
Posting number: 2026-00470
Department: Department of Transportation
Division: Department of Transportation
Job classification: ENEG12 - PRINCIPAL ENGINEER
Posting type: Open
Categories: Engineering, Transportation
Summary
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Principal Engineer for our Construction Program located in Wheatland, Wyoming. This position is responsible for all aspects of highway construction and contract administration from design through construction and project record finalization, including reconstruction and maintenance projects for bridges, interstate highways, state highways, county roads, and city streets, public buildings; manage and train a crew of technicians and engineers assisting with the project design and contract administration; work closely with Federal, State, County, and City personnel as well as various utility companies, landowners and the public through all phases of the projects; and apply professional engineering practices to end up with a quality project that is completed timely and within budget without claims or accidents.
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: compensationcalculator.wyo.govDiscover Wheatland, Wyoming – A Gateway to Adventure and Opportunity
As the largest town in Platte County, Wheatland offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and big outdoor experiences. Surrounded by Wyoming’s stunning natural beauty, Wheatland provides convenient access to a wide range of recreational activities year-round — from hunting and fishing to family-friendly adventures in the great outdoors.
For sports enthusiasts, Wheatland is just over an hour's drive from Laramie, home of the University of Wyoming Cowboys, where you can catch exciting college games and show your Wyoming pride.
Adding to its appeal, Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax, making Wheatland not just a great place to visit, but an even better place to live, work, and thrive.
Human Resources Contact: Madeline Miozzi / 307-473-3243 / madeline.miozzi@wyo.gov- Responsible for the documentation of project quantities and payment.
- Responsible for negotiating and securing agreements with landowners, government agencies, and consultants.
- Responsible for meeting the requirements of DEQ, BLM, USFS, and other agencies on projects.
- Coordinate and develop consensus among representatives of the city, county, federal, and the department, and the general public and special interest groups to address project impacts and effects at the design and construction level.
- Research, locate, and negotiate materials, survey, water, and plant site agreements with private landowners, businesses, and go
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