Engineer II - Design Engineer

Department of Transportation; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is seeking a Design Engineer II to lead roadway design activities for Division 8 Project Development. The role focuses on producing construction documents using ORD/OpenRoads and CAD tools, and overseeing estimates and schedules from inception through construction.

Responsibilities include designing erosion control, hydraulics, pavement marking, and coordinating with Resident Offices to ensure contracts align with HMIP/RMIP programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience with ORD/OpenRoads and roadway plan production.
• Professional Engineer license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop roadway contract plans and documents using CAD design tools and ORD/OpenRoads.
• Review horizontal/vertical alignments and cross-sections; publish 36‑month letting schedule.
• Support HMIP/RMIP by reviewing estimates and packages for contracts.

Skills

CAD design

Roadway design

GIS

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

OpenRoads Designer

Geopak

MicroStation

Go!NC

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineer II (NS) Position Number 60020284 Grade NC18

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 posting is for an Engineer II position that will serve as a Design Engineer for Division 8 Project Development – Division Design/Construct Unit located in the Carthage Division Office.

The Design Engineer II will lead in the production of roadway design plans utilizing Open Road Designer (ORD), creating construction documents, and creating estimates.

The Design Engineer will also design and review erosion control, hydraulics, pavement marking and roadway plans from inception through final construction in accordance with NCDOT policy manuals, standards and specifications.

The Design Engineer II will also assist with the development and delivery of the Highway Maintenance Improvement Program (HMIP) and Roadway Maintenance Improvement Program (RMIP) by providing support and supervision of those projects through reviewing estimates and packages needed for contract work to ensure effective program delivery as directed by the Division Design/Construct Engineer.

Primary Duties

Primary Duties will be the development of roadway contract plans and documents using CAD Design through Open Roads Designer (ORD). Duties also include experience in developing horizontal and vertical alignments and cross-sections. Provide support in road and treatment selection utilizing field reviews and PMS data through the Go!NC platform for concrete and asphalt pavements to help develop priorities for the Highway Maintenance Improvement Program and the Road Maintenance Improvement Program. Utilizing field assessments, aerial photograph, GIS data, PMS data, MicroStation, OpenRoads and NC Resurfacing Estimate Program to prepare and/or review resurfacing and asphalt surface treatment plans, quantities, and estimates. Publish monthly the 36-month letting schedule for resurfacing and pavement preservation projects. Enter contracts into HMIP database. Coordinate monthly with the Residents' Offices to update roads treated in the HMIP. Work with Resident Engineers' offices to identify current contracting issues and adjust future contracts to maximize future Pavement Condition Scores. Perform related duties as required by Division Management.

Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Registration as a Professional Engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $63,927 - $111,871

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience in the oversite of subordinate Engineers and Technicians
• Experience in the use of professional engineering principles and practices to troubleshoot and solve roadway design challenges
• Experience and knowledge of the GIS system
• Working knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, software such as MicroStation, Geopak, and OpenRoads, and mathematical functions
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups

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 three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; 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

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.

State Application Resources/Frequently Asked Questions

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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