Studies Engineer 2026

State of Wyoming; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring Bonus

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

The Wyoming Department of Transportation seeks a Studies Engineer for the Traffic Program in Cheyenne, Wyoming. You will perform and analyze traffic engineering studies to support a safe, efficient system, evaluate capacity and safety needs, and provide recommendations to WYDOT Districts while guiding staff.

Responsibilities include traffic signal timing analysis, HPMS data submission, and maintaining the Studies Manual. A PE license is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required at hire or Wyoming PE within one year.
• 2–4 years progressive engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and analyze traffic engineering studies to evaluate roadway operations, capacity and safety needs.
• Review external studies and provide technical comments and guidance to WYDOT Districts.
• Analyze data using engineering software (TripGen, Synchro, HCS) and assess signal timing and no-passing barriers.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Supervision

Data analysis

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

TripGen

Synchro

Highway Capacity Software (HCS)

Job description

Description and Functions

Open Until Filled

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) seeks a Studies Engineer for our Traffic Program located in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This position performs and analyzes traffic engineering studies to support a safe and efficient transportation system throughout Wyoming. Responsibilities include conducting traffic studies, evaluating highway capacity and safety improvement needs, reviewing studies submitted by external entities, and providing recommendations to WYDOT Districts. The position also assists with traffic signal timing analysis, statewide no-passing barrier reviews, maintaining the studies Manual, and collecting and submitting Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data. The position provides technical guidance and supervises assigned personnel to ensure traffic engineering analyses and recommendations support roadway safety, operational efficiency, and established engineering standards.

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby access to mountain biking, Skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.

This position offers:

• **$2,000 Hiring Bonus**
• 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

Human Resources Contact: Amy Vigil /307-777-4455 / [e-mail]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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 the establishment and review of statewide no-passing barriers to support consistent traffic engineering practices.
• 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 to ensure traffic study guidance and procedures remain current.
• 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.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of engineering fundamentals relating to highway geometrics, hydraulic design, soil engineering, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of legal aspects of supervision, hiring, and firing.
• Skilled in preparing and delivering technical training and presentations.
• Able to communicate effectively through verbal and written means to relate specific concepts and ideas to outside agencies, public partners, and provide direction to engineers and technicians.
• Able to effectively plan, organize, oversee, and monitor work schedules and projects.
• Able to give attention and work under pressure.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering)

Experience:

2-4 years of progressive work experience (in Engineering) with acquired knowledge at the level of a Project Engineer

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)

Necessary Special Requirements

• FLSA: Exempt
• 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
• This position will supervise the construction located in Wheatland, Wyoming.
• The successful candidate may be eligible for moving expense reimbursement.
• Qualifying eligibility and criteria for the hiring bonus
  • Temporary employees accepting a full-time position.
  • Current employees accepting a promotional opportunity - recruitment must have been opened to the public.
  • One year of service to WYDOT must be completed, failure to complete this requirement will forfeit the hiring incentive, and funds will be recouped from final pay.
  • Internal candidates would be required to remain in the position for a minimum of one (1) year from their promotion date.
  • Employees would only be eligible for one (1) hiring bonus in a 12-month period.
  • If the employee elects to downgrade through an active recruitment and/or appointment during the twelve (12) month period, they would be required to pay the bonus back.

Supplemental Information

045 - Department of Transportation - WYDOT - Operations - Traffic

To learn more about the Wyoming Department of Transportation, please visit us at www.dot.state.wy.us/home.html

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.

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