Engineering Technician I

NCDOT; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks an Engineering Technician I in the Durham Resident Engineer’s Office to support construction inspection on roadway projects, including surveying, materials sampling, testing, erosion control, and construction traffic control.

This position involves both office and field duties, may require nights or weekends, and requires safe operation of a motor vehicle and safety toe shoes.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of construction inspection and surveying concepts.
• Familiarity with standards, specs and plan reading.

Responsibilities

• Support higher level technicians or engineers in field inspections.
• Conduct surveying, materials sampling, testing and data processing.
• Assist with erosion control and construction traffic management.
• Perform office and field calculations and daily reporting.

Skills

Team collaboration

Construction inspection knowledge

Plan reading

Computer and software skills

Education

Associate’s degree or equivalent

Tools

iPad usage

Survey equipment basics

Job description

## Engineering Technician IApply: Durham County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (14 days left to apply): JR-125092**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineering Technician I (S)**Position Number**60019505**Grade**NC07**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 serve as an Engineering Technician I in the Durham Resident Engineer’s Office providing technical work supporting higher level technicians or engineers in construction inspection on roadway projects which may include surveying, materials sampling, testing, erosion control, and construction traffic control. This position requires the performance of a wide variety of standardized and non- standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data for daily reports. This work involves limited decision making and use of judgment. Employee in this position will perform a full range of calculations and computations. • Selected applicant must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle. Position will perform both office and field duties. Projects may last for several months or longer. May be subject to a wide range of hazards such as rough or uneven terrain and/or work in adverse weather conditions to include heat or cold. This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and extended hours as necessary. Safety toe shoes required. \\*\\*Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies**:Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC07 / $37,377 - $65,408**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software* Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying* Knowledge of standards and specifications and plan reading experience* Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments **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, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; 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.**