Engineering Specialist I

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 50,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

State of North Carolina - Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Specialist I (S) to lead HiCams-related tasks in the Whittier Office. You will compile, analyze, edit, and process field data, ensuring accuracy and compliance with contract terms.

The role requires managing monthly and final estimates, resolving pay and material discrepancies, and performing SAP records entries. A combination of education and experience is acceptable, with a valid vehicle operator’s license.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in engineering technology with six years of progressive technician experience; or high school/GED with eight years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle is required.
• Experience with HiCams, SAP, SharePoint, and drafting software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead HiCams Technician duties ensuring compliance with contracts, standards and specifications.
• Process monthly and final estimates, check calculations, and resolve pay records discrepancies.
• Research project documents and manage material quantity records and prepayments.
• Maintain accurate, neat records and perform data entry for project records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data entry

Analytical thinking

Education

Associate’s degree in engineering technology

High School diploma or GED with six to eight years of experience

Tools

HiCams

SAP

SharePoint

Drafting software

Job description

AgencyDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysJob Classification TitleEngineering Specialist I (S)Position Number60023738GradeNC13About UsIt’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 WorkPlease 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 will need to reapply to be considered.This position functions as the lead HiCams Technician in the Whittier Office. This position will ensure all HiCams-related functions are following contract agreements, standards, and specifications. The position requires the performance of a wide variety of standardized and non-standardized assignments involving compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data. Work involves decision making and the use of judgment. The employee must perform a full range of calculations and computations. This position may be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions.The employee will be responsible for all required HiCams and SAP entries for project records, materials, and estimates. Responsibilities include processing monthly and final estimates, checking calculations, resolving pay records and material quantity discrepancies, researching project documents, and processing material prepayments. Selected candidate must legally be able to operate a motor vehicle.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesSalary Grade and Salary Range: NC13 $50,088-$87,.654Management prefers applicants with the following:Working knowledge of computer equipment (iPads, Desktop), software (HiCams and SharePoint) and mathematical functionsWorking knowledge of pay record book entries and material received reportsExperience in maintaining neat, legible, and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entryExperience reading plans, contracts, and specifications for highway bridge constructionExperience with software and drafting softwareMinimum Education and ExperienceSome 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.Associate’s degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six (6) years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight (8) years of progressive technician experience; 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 StatementT he 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:Dorthea Antoinette HillEmail:[e-mail]