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Engineering Specialist I - Division 13 - DDC

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Specialist I (S)

Position Number

60022799

Grade

NC13

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

This is a repost and all previous applicants must reapply in order to be considered.
Position is located in the Asheville Division Design Construct Unit (DDC). Position will assist with preparation of preliminary highway design; final highway construction plans and estimates of quantities on the more complex projects. The position requires high level skills in the preparation of design plans and through an understanding of complex design techniques and procedures. Advanced computer (CADD) proficiency is needed in MicroStation, Geopak, and Open Roads Designer (ORD). Position will assist the Design Engineers during the process of plan development including processing raw data, creating DTM files, creating horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, summaries of quantities, pavement marking plans, right of way plans, signing plans, traffic management plans, and erosion control plans. Designs conceptual maps for the Division staff to use at public hearings and as a support document for funding requests. Reviews and checks plans developed by NCDOT design technicians, private engineering firms, and other NCDOT units. Resolves minor to moderate design issues by determining possible solutions and consulting with the DDC Engineer and Assistant DDC Engineer with little to no supervision. Position will require surveying experience including taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports. Provides support to the survey party in the field during preliminary location surveys, deed research and construction stakeout. This senior technician is also instrumental in the training of lower-level technicians in both design and survey techniques. Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC13 - $48,222.00 - $84,388.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

  • Experience in design, applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
  • Computer experience in Design Software including Geopak, Microstation, and Corridor Modeling.
  • Knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry).
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures.
  • Experience in surveying including taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports.

Additional Expectations:

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods materials and equipment. Advanced skills in the operation of computer terminals, drafting instruments, and CADD workstations. Ability to understand and explain roadway plan preparation, provisions, specifications and contracts; Train other employees and plan, coordinate and supervise their work; and communicate effectively both orally and written. Operate State vehicle.  Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.

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.

Associate’s degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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:

Linda Dyson

Email:

DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov

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