Surveys Engineer

Join the Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) as a Surveys Engineer in the Photogrammetry & Surveys Section in Cheyenne, Wyoming, and play a vital role in shaping the state's transportation infrastructure. In this dynamic position, you'll lead cutting-edge surveying efforts using advanced technologies such as GPS/RTK, digital levels, total stations, drones, and LiDAR scanning to deliver the accurate data that drives engineering innovation. As the Surveys Engineer, you'll oversee and supervise all aspects of preliminary and supplemental survey operations, managing the collection of control networks, topographic, hydraulic, utility, and geologic data essential for transportation design. Your expertise will directly support WYDOT's mission to provide a safe, high-quality, and efficient transportation system while working alongside a team committed to excellence, innovation, and public service.

Responsibilities

Oversee and supervise all aspects of preliminary and supplemental survey operations; Manage collection of control networks, topographic, hydraulic, utility, and geologic data essential for transportation design; Set priorities for Surveys' Group to establish project control and coordinate/collect preliminary survey data including topography and planimetric features; Review project control coordinates and field-collected surveys for completeness and accuracy; Update Survey Database and Project Control System (PCS) Database; Update Survey Manual and Data Collection Manual to establish and maintain survey standards; Lead survey meetings, prepare reports, hold weekly crew meetings and monthly safety meetings; Prepare annual budget, review expenditures, timecards, expense forms, and leave requests; Conduct annual performance appraisals and interview/hire new personnel

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering; 2-4 years of progressive work experience in Engineering with acquired knowledge at the level of a Project Engineer; Professional Engineer's (PE) License required at time of hire (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date); Knowledge of engineering, surveying, and geodesy techniques, principles, and practices; Knowledge of procedures used in planning, collection, processing, and calibration of GPS and RTK surveys, digital level surveys, and preliminary surveys; Knowledge of Leica Infinity and Cyclone software and MicroStation/Geopak CADD files; Knowledge of Autodesk software; Knowledge of Federal and State statutes and agency standards, policies and procedures including WYDOT's Survey Manual and Data Collection Manual; Ability to deal with difficult people and situations; Strong communication skills; Ability to build and maintain good relationships

Nice to have

Experience in surveying and mapping related to road and bridge construction projects

Benefits

$2,000 Hiring Bonus (eligible after one year of service); Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays; Retirement - Pension and 457B plans; Flexible schedules and work-life balance options; No state income tax