Engineering Technician I - Division 10

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 35,984 - 62,471; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Job summary

NCDOT is seeking a motivated Engineering Technician I for Division 10. This role involves supporting construction inspection, surveying, and materials testing in various North Carolina counties. You will be responsible for computations, record keeping, and safety compliance.

The position offers full state benefits including paid vacation and health insurance. Ideal candidates should have an associate’s degree or equivalent experience and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform calculations and computations.
• Experience in maintaining neat and accurate records and reports.
• Knowledge of construction inspection and surveying practices.

Responsibilities

• Support technicians and engineers in construction inspection.
• Conduct surveying and materials sampling and testing.
• Handle construction traffic control effectively.

Skills

General concepts in construction

Project planning and tracking

Record keeping

Customer service experience

Education

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

Computer

iPad

Software for data entry

Job description

## Engineering Technician I - Division 10Applylocations: Stanly County, NC: Cabarrus County, NC: Anson County, NC: Mecklenburg County, NC: Union County, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: September 11, 2026 (30+ days left to apply)job requisition id: JR-117905**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division****Job Classification Title**Engineering Technician I (S)**Position Number****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. NCDOT is looking for a highly motivated individual looking for a position with the potential of career advancement. This position will provide all state benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement. This is an Engineering Technician I position located in Division 10 involving technical work supporting technicians and engineers in construction inspection, 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. This work involves limited decision making and use of judgment. The successful applicant must perform a full range of calculations and computations. This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. You must perform a full range of calculations and computations and be proficient in record keeping. Multiple positions will be filled from this posting. Additional Expectations: Management prefers applicants with the following: Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Safety toe shoes required. You do not have to have a degree to qualify for this position. Applicants with at least two years of related experience are highly encouraged to apply.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences****Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies**:Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC07 35,984.00 **–** 49,477.50 – 62,971.00**Management prefers applicants with the following:*** Experience Working in a team environment to complete assignments* Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software* Experience in customer service and interacting with the general public**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.**Minimum Education and Experience of Requirement:**Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.If there are no qualified candidates remaining in the applicant pool who meet the minimum Education and Experience or Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for the position, the agency may consider for this position, a trainee who does not meet the minimum requirements. Salary for a trainee may be set at a lower level than the classification salary range and recruitment range that is listed in the posting with the salary being adjusted up accordingly when the trainee has obtained the necessary additional education and experience to fully meet the minimum qualifications as outlined in the classification specification.