Engineer II - Division 13 - Project Development

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 64,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer II in Division 13 Project Development to support delivery of Division and Locally Administered Projects. You will review scopes, routes, plans, estimates, and coordinate with multiple units to ensure timely delivery and accurate reporting.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering, 3 years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license for occasional travel. PE registration may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have valid driver’s license due to travel requirements.
• May require registration as a professional engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support to manage delivery of Division and Locally Administered Projects.
• Review preliminary scopes, planning documents, ROW and construction plans and estimates.
• Coordinate reviews with units, track milestones and budgets, assemble reports and update SAP.
• Assist with coordinating utility relocations and Right of Way issues.
• Communicate with officials, consultants, and the public; review invoices and prepare PEF evaluations.

Skills

Experience with private engineering

NCDOT programming

Excel & Outlook

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

3 years progressive experience

Tools

SAP

SharePoint

ATLAS

Job description

## Engineer II - Division 13 - Project DevelopmentApply: Buncombe County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 29, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR-126381**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineer II (NS)**Position Number**60023222**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 position will provide the engineering support needed to effectively assist in managing the delivery of Division managed projects and Locally Administered Projects. The position will support the Division Project Manager and other project Development Engineers in the group as necessary to ensure timely project delivery. This position will be involved in work such as but not limited to review of preliminary project scopes, planning documents, preliminary ROW and construction plans and estimates, coordinating reviews with other units and reviewers, tracking project milestones and budgets, assembling reports, updating SAP, monitor and update project websites, provide SharePoint and ATLAS support, assist with coordinating utility relocations, assist with Right of Way issues, review PET Tool quantities, review final plan checklists, review contract proposals, compile information to transmit to Contract Office, communicate verbally and in writing with public officials, consultants, and NCDOT personnel as well as the general public. Review and approve invoices. Prepare PEF evaluations and other project documents as required. This position requires a valid driver’s license due to required occasional/often business-related travel and the need to operate a company or personal vehicle while conducting job duties. Responsibilities included such as traveling between company locations or work sites, attending meetings or training sessions, or visiting projects to inspect contractor’s work.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $63,927.00 - $111,871.00 **Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience working with private engineering firms, municipalities, and planning organizations for review and approval of design plans.* Knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures.* Experience making decisions based on engineering practices and principles for simple or complex projects.* Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.* Experience assimilating large amounts of data by utilizing Microsoft products such as Excel and Outlook and other similar software to properly plan, prioritize, track progress and monitor various projects and programs within the NCDOT. **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.**