Engineer I - Assistant County Maintenance Engineer

State of North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is hiring an Engineer I to oversee maintenance and construction activities for the county. The role involves ensuring safety and efficiency in highway systems while managing budgets and providing technical assistance to teams. Ideal candidates will possess a degree in civil engineering and experience in project management, with strong problem-solving abilities and customer service skills.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering required.
• Experience in planning and completing projects independently.
• Ability to solve complex engineering problems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and monitor construction and maintenance activities.
• Provide technical and administrative assistance to engineers.
• Track progress of work orders and prepare reports.

Skills

Project Planning

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Computer Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

Engineer I - Assistant County Maintenance Engineer

Engineer I - Assistant County Maintenance Engineer

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Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Position 60017113 is pending OSHR approval.

This posting will cover 2 positions in Div 3 Maintenance: 60017175 & 60017113. Only one application is needed to be considered for both positions.

Position 60017175 is located in the Division 3 Maintenance Office in Castle Hayne. However, on a daily basis this position will report to either the New Hanover County Maintenance Office in Castle Hayne OR Brunswick County Maintenance Office in Shallotte.

Position 60017113 is located in the Division 3 Maintenance Office in Castle Hayne. However, on a daily basis this position will report to either the Sampson County Maintenance Office in Clinton OR Duplin County Maintenance Office in Kenansville.

The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize staff, direct, and monitor construction and maintenance activities in the division to provide a safe and efficient highway system. Manage these activities within budgetary constraints and organize/direct the safety program for the areas. Provide technical and administrative assistance to the County Maintenance Engineers. Implement Division directives and provide direct field oversight/contact with all subordinate manager/supervisors. Troubleshoot issues throughout maintenance areas and ensure consistency in application of policies and procedures throughout the division. Address requests from customers, internal and external, and facilitate solutions to meet the needs of all parties are applicable. The successful applicant will use knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and highway maintenance methods and techniques. Considerable knowledge of the use and operation of all field and office engineering instruments, ability to understand, explain and administer contacts, ability to interpret plans & make field adjustments as needed to complete work order safely, provisions and specifications, ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations is needed. Ability to track progress of work order. Ability to create, modify, verify various reports to include but not limited to Daily Operational Reports, FORE Documentation, Materials Installed, MRRs, Asphalt Reports, Asphalt Density Reports, Materials Tickets, Pay Records, Invoices and SAP/MMS reports for completed tasks.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
• Computer experience including office software and drafting software
  
  

Additional Expectations

Promote safe work environment, effectively communicate, and maintain working relationships with the general public, local government officials, fellow employees, etc. Supervise and evaluate the performance of subordinate employees. Assist in the supervision and monitoring of maintenance program to ensure efficient use of personnel, equipment, and materials. Able to read and interpret such things as construction plans and reports. Able to prepare or review reports. Person working in this position will be exposed to outside environmental hazards and may be required to work at night and on weekends. Safety toe shoes required.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

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.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Supplemental Contact Information: Jessica Knight, 910-341-2200, [e-mail]

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For Permanent And Time-limited Appointments

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

03

Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 -2 Years
• 2 -3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

05

Explain how you have customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 – 2 Years
• 2 – 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

07

Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in a team environment to complete assignments?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 – 2 Years
• 2 – 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

09

Explain how you have experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.

10

Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including office software and drafting software?

• None
• Less than 1 Year
• 1 – 2 Years
• 2 – 3 Years
• 3 or More Years
  
  

11

Explain how you have computer experience including office software and drafting software.

• Required Question

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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