Assistant District Engineer

Department of Transportation; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Engineer I (NS) to assist in reviewing driveway permits, encroachments, and daily roadway inspection reports, and to support project documentation. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, the ability to read highway construction plans, and strong written and verbal communication with DOT staff, officials, engineers, and developers.

SAP and Microsoft Office experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution.
• Professional engineer license may be required.
• Experience reading highway construction plans and interpreting specifications.
• Experience communicating with DOT staff, officials, and developers.

Responsibilities

• Review driveway permits and encroachments.
• Evaluate daily roadway inspection reports.
• Review contractor claims and analyze contract time/compensation.
• Prepare technical letters and reports and attend planning meetings.
• Develop and maintain records of the State road system.
• Monitor and report project status.
• Assist higher level engineers on roadway construction projects.
• Assign work to technicians.

Skills

Civil Engineering concepts

Engineering communication

Reading highway plans

Problem solving

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Details

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineer I (NS) Position Number 60021137 Grade NC16

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

• assist in reviewing driveway permits, encroachments, evaluating daily roadway inspection reports
• reviewing contractors claims for additional contract time or compensation, computing water velocities and depths needed to analyze ditches, channels and pipes, conducting engineering studies and projects, preparing technical letters and reports, attend planning/zoning meetings, and provide DOT comments to developers
• Evaluate data collected by field personnel and incorporate the information into transportation studies
• review contract plans, specifications, materials testing results, agreements or provisions for accuracy and completeness
• develop and maintain official records of the State road system
• monitor and report project status
• assigning work to technicians
• Review subdivision plans, outdoor advertising, and junkyard permits, oversize and overweight permits, road additions/deletions, R/W disposals
• Assist higher level engineers in the implementation and administration of roadway and structure construction projects awarded to private contractors
• Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Employee must have considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering, including highway construction and maintenance methods and techniques. Must have the ability to read and interpret highway construction plans and analyze and solve difficult highway maintenance and construction problems. Must have the ability to communicate orally and in writing with DOT staff and employees, Governmental Officials, Private Engineers and Developers, and the general public. Experience with personnel management is preferred. Must have the ability to operate computer using Microsoft and SAP applications. Employee will be subject to outside environmental conditions, noise and traffic hazards and will be required to traverse difficult and steep terrain. Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Computer experience including office software and drafting software
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve basic engineering problems
• Knowledge of engineering standards, policies and procedures related to transportation
• Experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Experience writing memos, reports, and emails that clearly convey technical information and engineering concepts

Salary

Salary Grade: NC16 / Salary Range: $57,983- $101,470

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Necessary Special Qualification: May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Special Qualification

In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.

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 Information

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!

Valuing Education and Experience

The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post‑secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.

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