Engineering Specialist II- Division 13 - DDC Unit

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Specialist II (S) to support the State Highway Division, Division 13. The role involves data creation and management across field collectors, design files, and CAD/GIS software, plus extensive surveying and data processing duties.

Required qualifications include an associate's degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology and seven years of related experience, with proficiency in ORD/Micro-station and strong

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology with seven years of progressive technician experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Data creation and management between field data collectors, design files, and CAD/GIS software.
• Perform surveying and field data collection with equipment (Total stations, GPS, UAVs).
• Analyze and process high-level engineering/survey data and review project control networks.

Skills

Surveying equipment

GPS technology

CAD/GIS software

Data collection

Mathematics basics

Driver license

Education

Associate's degree in Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

ORD/Micro-station

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineering Specialist II (S) Position Number 60023247 Grade NC14

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.

All positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date.

This Engineering Specialist position will work in Division 13, DDC unit and will assume the duties, responsibilities of the position including, but not limited to the items listed below:

• Data creation and management between field data collectors, design files, and other CAD/GIS related software.
• Proficient with various computer software applications such as ORD/Micro-station.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activities such as walking, climbing, kneeling, hearing, standing, transversing uneven and/or steep terrain.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Collect/Process field surveying data using a wide variety of equipment including but not limited to, Total stations (Robot/Traditional), GPS units, UAV’s, Tripods/Bipods, Prisms/Prism Poles and various hand tools.
• Perform a wide variety of the most complex and advanced assignments including analyzing, evaluating, computing, editing, and processing higher-level engineering and other survey information.
• Establish (plan, process, and adjust) or review the creation of project control networks utilizing GPS and/or conventional survey methods.
• Utilize an extremely wide range of independent decision-making and use of judgement.
• Provide supervision and/or direct the work of others.
• Check and review technical aspects of survey data/mapping and ensure that proper procedures are followed according to the NCDOT policies and procedures.
• Receive other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Actively promotes a safe and healthy work environment in accordance with applicable safety manuals, MUTCD, and OSHA regulations.
• Encourage and assist employees in training programs and career development.
• Monitors and supervises employees to ensure compliance with personnel policies and management practices.
• Evaluate and documents employee performance including one-on-one feedback sessions with employees.
• The ability to operate a motor vehicle is needed.
• Close visual acuity to use testing instruments, to read plan details, to make accurate field measurements.
• The applicant must exercise limited decision making and judgment.
• This work involves exposure to high traffic volumes, work at heights over water or traffic, and climb on the substructure and superstructure of bridges.
• The employee must be able to safely perform manual tasks involving the use of bush axes and other tools on steep slopes and rough terrain.
• The employees will be expected to work outside in various types of weather, terrain, and hours.
• The employee must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Safety toe shoes are needed for this position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies:

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC14 $52,592 - $92,036

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience using surveying equipment, instruments, levels, data collectors and GPS equipment.
• Experience with mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Experience in performing highway construction stakeouts.
• Experience in conducting independent, moderately complex surveying.
• Computer experience including office software and drafting software.

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.

Associate's degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology or Survey Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and seven 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 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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