Engineer III

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer II (NS)

Position Number

60029330

Grade

NC18

About Us

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation.

Description of Work

Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.
The Roadway Design Unit is comprised of a diverse team whose primary purposes are to produce and review roadway design plans, lighting and electrical plans, and provide technical expertise on these subjects to internal and external partners.
We are looking for an Engineer III who will serve on the Design Development and Support Group.
In this role you will:
•Serve as an advanced level and senior design engineer on the Design Development and Support Group.
•Use CADD software to develop roadway design plans and construction estimates throughout the project delivery process using current design principles and practices.
•Assist the team lead with creating the scope of work and develop and negotiate workday estimates for engineering contracts.
•Perform quality control and quality assurance of roadway designs to ensure conformance to NCDOT standards and specifications.
•Participate in Status Meetings, as a technical expert, and provide guidance regarding the designs produced by Private Engineering Firms and internal and external stakeholders to ensure NCDOT Standards and Policies are followed.
•Communicate with other technical leads and Divisions, as needed, for internal design projects, to progress roadway design plans.
•Support the team lead by directing the work of Engineer I’s and Engineer II’s to ensure project schedules are met and provide training and development.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC20 $70,478 - $123,336     

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience utilizing current civil engineering principles and practices and ensuring compliance of roadway design plans and details with AASHTO guidance, Roadway Design Manual, and NCDOT Standard Drawings and Specifications.
• Experience making final decisions and recommendations, independently, for complex projects involving roadway design plans and construction estimates, in all stages of project development.
• Experience utilizing CADD design software platforms such as Microstation, Geopak, Corridor Modeling and OpenRoads Designer (ORD) in the development and review of roadway design plans. 
• Experience communicating technical information effectively, orally and in writing, in a clear and concise manner to varied audiences.
• Experience directing the work and training of lower-level engineers.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Recruiter:

Karina J Plaisted

Email:

[email protected]