Engineering Technician III

North Carolina; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

A state agency is seeking an Engineering Technician III to support higher-level engineers in providing engineering analysis and mapping for transportation facilities. This role involves advanced technical work, leading survey crews, and ensuring data accuracy. The position offers competitive salaries and state benefits, making it an excellent opportunity for qualified applicants.

Benefits

Full State Benefits

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 years of progressive technician-level experience required.
• Experience leading lower-level technicians in survey work.

Responsibilities

• Perform conventional surveys and utilize CADD equipment.
• Review field data and ensure accuracy in mapping.
• Direct the work of others and ensure crew safety.

Skills

Reading and interpreting procedures

Planning and directing work

Working with survey equipment

Developing maps/plans through CADD

Knowledge of surveying standards

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Associate’s degree in Survey Technology

Tools

CADD software

Total stations

GNSS receivers

Job description

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Description of Work

Salary Grade NC11 Salary Range: $43,738 to $76,542

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This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits, competitive salaries, and many career development opportunities.

The primary purpose of Location & Surveys is to serve as support services in providing engineering analysis, mapping, and other data for the design of transportation facilities and the acquisition of property for the construction of transportation facilities. For more information on the Location & Surveys Unit, see the video.

We are looking for an individual to provide advanced technical work supporting higher-level engineers by serving as survey crew leader providing base mapping for highway design functions. This position is located in Plymouth.

In This Role You Will

1. Perform tasks requiring utilization of conventional surveys, CADD equipment, and GPS.
2. Complete a wide variety of moderate to complex assignments in analyzing, computing, editing, processing, and recommending corrective actions for various data sources.
3. Review completed field data and CADD mapping prepared by a NCDOT survey party to ensure completeness and accuracy.
4. Perform duties that involve a wide range of decision making and use of judgment, including directing the work of others.
5. Be responsible for the safety of survey crew during field operations.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities / Competencies

• Experience reading, comprehending, interpreting, and applying Department and Unit procedures, policies, to data provided through CADD files, plans sheets, and maps, as they apply to engineering and land surveying.
• Experience planning, directing, overseeing, leading the work of lower-level technicians in survey field and office work.
• Experience working with survey equipment, such as total stations and GNSS receivers.
• Experience developing maps/plans through CADD utilizing CADD software.
• Knowledge of standards, principles, and practices of surveying in North Carolina.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or related discipline from an accredited institution, and three (3) years of progressive technician-level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Note: Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted knowledge, skills, and abilities to be considered qualified. Include all relevant education and work experience in your application. NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or resumes in lieu of completing the application.