Engineer I

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Engineer I to review and develop Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) for diverse highway projects. You will coordinate with Design Units, NCDOT divisions, and external firms to ensure safe, efficient work zones and contractor productivity.

Preferred EI registration and a Bachelor’s degree in engineering. Some travel and field inspections may be required; strong skills in MS Office and CAD tools are expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of traffic and transportation engineering principles.
• Ability to explain engineering concepts clearly in writing and speech.
• Experience reading roadway, drainage, and/or structural highway plans.
• Proficiency in MS Office and basic CAD software.

Responsibilities

• Review and develop Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) for various projects.
• Coordinate TMP design oversight with private engineering firms and NCDOT units.
• Review internal and external TMP submittals and ensure constructability and safety.
• Develop construction sequencing and traffic management strategies.
• Assist field engineers and perform work zone safety reviews.

Skills

Traffic engineering

Transportation engineering

Civil engineering

Communication skills

Reading plans

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

MicroStation

Job description

## Engineer IApplylocations: Wake County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 1, 2026 (19 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-121857**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineer I (NS)**Position Number**60027520**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**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. This is a repost. Previous applicants are still being considered and do not need to reapply. The Work Zone Traffic Control Unit provides technical expertise, guidance, design, and quality assurance to manage traffic through and around NCDOT construction projects, in accordance with guidelines which require federally funded highway construction projects to have an approved traffic control plan to provide safety for highway construction workers. We are seeking a highly motivated Engineer I to review and develop Transportation Management Plans (TMPs) for diverse projects and complete special assignments. The main responsibilities of this position include: •Developing in-house TMPs, •Assisting with scoping, negotiating, scheduling and providing oversight of outsourced TMP design performed by Private Engineering Firms (PEFs), •Reviewing internal and external TMP submittals, •Coordinating with various NCDOT Design Units (such as roadway, hydraulics, structures, traffic operations, etc), NCDOT Divisions, PEFs, other public agencies, and project stakeholders to ensure constructability of the design, safety and mobility of all users, and contractor productivity, •Developing construction sequencing, determining the appropriate Traffic Management strategies, and completing Road User Costs Analysis to ensure a safe and efficient work zone for all users and construction personnel, •Submitting completed TMPs in support of NCDOT’s Project Delivery initiative, •Assisting field engineers to mitigate unanticipated impacts during construction by answering technical questions in a timely manner to help ensure project completion schedules are maintained, and •Performing work zone safety field reviews of active construction projects to verify compliance with NCDOT specifications and the approved TMP. Certain tasks may require occasional overnight travel, such as attending field inspections or meetings at Division offices and performing work zone safety reviews throughout the state. Applicants registered as an Engineer Intern (EI) are encouraged to apply. Registration as an Engineer Intern (EI) in North Carolina is preferred.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC16 $57,983 - $101,470 **Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Knowledge of the principles and practices of traffic engineering, transportation engineering and civil engineering* Demonstrated ability to explain engineering concepts and related facts in a clear, concise, and organized manner, both verbally and in writing, for a variety of audiences* Experience with reading and comprehending Roadway, Drainage, and/or Structural Plans used for Highway Construction Projects* Experience in Microsoft Office programs such as Word and Excel* Experience in MicroStation or comparable CADD software**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 or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Necessary Special RequirementsMay 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.****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:**Dana Clifton**Email:**[e-mail]