Eastern Region Signal Project Engineer

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering III in the Signal Design Section to deliver traffic signal designs and manage related PS&E work. You will provide professional expertise in signal design, materials, and contract administration, and assist in solving complex traffic engineering problems.

The role includes onsite evaluations, input on design standards, and coordination of PS&E with private firms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited institution with four years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination.
• Professional registration as a PE may be required per NC rules.
• Experience delivering traffic signal PS&E and managing design contracts.

Responsibilities

• Deliver traffic signal designs and PS&E; review and approve in-house and PEF outputs.
• Coordinate PEF signal design contracts and ensure schedule adherence.
• Provide input on design standards and perform final technical reviews of PS&E.

Skills

Traffic signal design

Project management

Collaboration

OpenRoads Designer CADD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer CADD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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 an Engineering III position in the Signal Design Section and is responsible for the delivery of projects containing traffic signal designs.
• This position provides professional expertise in traffic signal design, materials and contract administration and assists in solving complex traffic engineering problems.
• This position performs periodic onsite evaluations related to signal operations and makes recommendations for traffic signal and intersection improvements.
• This position assists managers/supervisors in the preparation of manpower reports.
• This position monitors project workload to meet deadlines, goals and objectives for traffic signal plans, specifications and estimates (PS&E) performed in-house and by private engineering firms (PEFs).
• This position coordinates PEF signal design contracts.
• This position provides input regarding design standards for quality of work and performs final technical reviews of traffic signal PS&E with the authority to accept or reject PS&E.
• This position serves as a technical authority on the interpretation and administration of traffic signal PS&E for field personnel before and during traffic signal construction.
• This position schedules/coordinates work assignments and reviews/approves work output of personnel assigned to the Eastern Signals Region.

Salary Grade and Pay Range

NC20 $70,478-$123,336

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering as it relates to design, construction and maintenance of traffic signals.
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to work with, collaborate with and lead other engineers in the development of technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience in computer office software and drafting software such as OpenRoads Designer CADD, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Experience analyzing technical data to make recommendations.

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. 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.

Employer 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. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

Additional Resources

To learn more about working in the TMSO Unit and the Signal Design Section, please refer to the videos below: TSMO Recruitment TSMO: Signal Design Section