Southeast District Principal Engineer 2025-03064
State of Wyoming
Cheyenne, WY, USA
Posted on Dec 19, 2025
Description and Functions
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Open Until Filled
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
This position is for the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality - Water Quality Division’s Southeast District Engineer position in Cheyenne, WY. The Southeast District Engineer is the lead reviewer for applications and prepares permits for water and wastewater infrastructure construction projects, subdivision reviews, and the delegation of permitting authority to local entities. The position also evaluates water and wastewater facilities for operator certification requirements, assists with violations against the Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality's (DEQ) Water Quality Rules and Regulations, and represents DEQ as the Southeast District Engineer, assisting various local, state, federal, and other organizations to meet project objectives. Work is performed in an autonomous environment within the Division’s policy guidelines with latitude for independent judgment in establishing procedures and recommending policies.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
Human Resource Contact: DEQ HR /deq.hr@wyo.gov
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.
- Ensures the designs and plans for water and wastewater treatment plants and systems prepared by other engineers meet technical and policy requirements, state statutes, and federal regulations and recommends approval or suggests modifications.
- Provides technical evaluation, rule interpretation, and consultation for projects and designs for agencies, prepared and submitted by professional engineers.
- After evaluation, prepare, sign, and seal as necessary to permit approval, denial, or commentary on shortcomings and inadequacies.
- Inspects various types of large complex construction projects to ensure permit objectives and requirements are being achieved.
- Inspects and evaluates water and wastewater infrastructure to establish operator certification requirements.
- Assists with formal and informal training of crew personnel in the use of engineering design methods, tools, and software.
- Plans and coordinates various engineering development projects, provides on-site technical assistance as required, and inspects and monitors projects in progress for quality assurance.
- Performs feasibility analysis to ensure cost-effective solutions.
- Provides technical assistance to other programs, agencies, or outside entities. Affix PE stamp to engineering work performed.
- Responsible for developing engineering recommendations, technical summaries and project summaries for projects.
- Coordinates with other programs, agencies, or outside entities, and may host or attend public meetings.
- Assists in guiding rule development and necessary enforcement actions.
- Responsible for project documentation.
Qualifications
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PREFERENCES:
Preference will be given to those with a Bachelor's degree in chemical, civil, environmental, or other engineering fields.
Preference will be given to those with four plus years of professional work experience, at the level of Engineer II, for water and wastewater systems, wells and piping, soils and groundwater investigations, and environmental quality research.
KNOWLEDGE:- Knowledge of current principles of engineering.
- Knowledge of current design and detailing policies and procedures for the work unit.
- Knowledge of mentoring and coaching skills.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and local rules and regulations.
- Strong oral and written communication skills.
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 EngineerCertificates, Licenses, Registrations:Professional Engineer's (PE) License Required at time of hire - (Wyoming PE required within one year of hire date.)
Necessary Special Requirements
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PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Participation in the various groups as Wyoming's representative may require extensive travel at times.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to walk over rough terrain.
- Must be able to climb.
- Must be able to deal with inclement weather.
- Must be able to deal with heights.
NOTES:
- FLSA: Exempt
- Some travel may be required
- Must have a valid driver's license
- The Wyoming Department of Environmental Quality may use a video interview as a mandatory first step of our process. If chosen for a video interview, you will receive an email with all the necessary information to complete the process.
Supplemental Information
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Click here to view the State of Wyoming Classification and Pay Structure.
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.Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.