Engineering Assistant

North Carolina Association of Official Court Reporters; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Assistant to support traffic data collection and analysis across multiple counties. The role involves installing counters, collecting counts, and processing data weekly, with travel and overnight work as needed.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and the use of portable field equipment. A valid driver license is preferred, and you will operate a state-owned vehicle.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with hand tools and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.
• Valid driver license preferred or required to operate state vehicles.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate ideas clearly.

Responsibilities

• Collect traffic counts using portable counters and sensors.
• Install pneumatic tube sensors on roadways and operate field equipment.
• Travel regularly, including nights, to collect data in assigned territory.
• Process count data weekly on a laptop and manage electronic files.
• Lift up to 50 lbs and work in varied weather and terrain conditions.

Skills

Hand tools

Manual labor

Teamwork

Laptop proficiency

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Laptop computers

Job description

## Engineering AssistantApply: Wake County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 5, 2026 (12 days left to apply): JR-124577**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineering Assistant (S)**Position Number**60029185**Grade**NC04**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. The Traffic Survey Group of the Transportation Mobility and Safety Division is a specialized traffic data collection and analysis group that manages a Traffic Monitoring System (TMS) comprised of a Continuous, Coverage, and Project Count Program for meeting the general traffic data requirements of NCDOT. Traffic monitoring data is used to support, but not limited to, the Traffic monitoring data is used to support, but not limited to, the following: systems planning for urban and rural planning studies, validation of travel demand models, analysis for air quality conformity, project prioritization, traffic forecasting, pavement monitoring, safety analysis, commercial motor vehicle enforcement, research, and is widely used by other state agencies, local governments, and the public for other activities. The Traffic Survey Group is responsible for managing all activities related to developing, planning, processing, analyzing, and reporting required to manage the TMS. Activities associated with meeting this responsibility include designing, managing, planning, collecting, analyzing, and publishing traffic monitoring data. Responsible for collecting traffic counts using portable traffic counters. The position is assigned an alternate workstation at their home and assigned a vehicle and equipment. Extensive daily travel is required. Most field operations will be daily trips, but overnight travel is required periodically. Ability to use a hammer to drive large nails. Ability to work independently and complete tasks on schedule. Ability to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs. Ability to withstand extreme weather and terrain conditions. Traffic data collection activities include: 1. Traffic volume counts 2. Non-intrusive sensors along the Interstate 3. Other duties as assigned. The primary assignment is a volume count data collection territory that includes Polk, Rutherford, Cleveland, Gaston, Lincoln, Burke, McDowell, Avery and Caldwell counties. This position is required to install traffic counters on the roadside in the travel lanes on lightly to heavily traveled highways. Working at night is required on higher volume highways and in certain urban areas. Most of the portable traffic counters require the installation of pneumatic tube sensors in the roadway. This position collects traffic data at regular monitoring stations and at project stations. Processes all count data each week from a laptop using vendor and unit software. Manages electronic count files on laptop. Periodic travel to collect data in urban areas and other areas outside of assigned territory is required. Necessary special qualifications: A valid C Driver License is preferred or required, because this position will operate a state-owned vehicle. The ability to operate a four-wheel drive vehicle in all weather conditions and during hours of darkness (limited visibility) is required. This work involves initiative, decision-making, and good use of judgment. This is a permanent following: systems planning for urban and rural planning studies, validation of travel demand models, analysis for air quality conformity, project prioritization, traffic forecasting, pavement monitoring, safety analysis, commercial motor vehicle enforcement, research, and is widely used by other state agencies, local governments, and the public for other activities. The Traffic Survey Group is responsible for managing all activities related to developing, planning, processing, analyzing, and reporting required to manage the TMS. Activities associated with meeting this responsibility include designing, managing, planning, collecting, analyzing, and publishing traffic monitoring data. The selected candidate must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC04 $32,287.00-$56,502.00**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience using hand tools.* Experience performing manual and physical labor in varied environmental conditions.* Experience using laptop computers to manage files, submit reports, and to communicate ideas clearly and effectively.* Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.* Experience maintaining standard daily records and reports. **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. High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **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.