Engineering Technician III

Department of Transportation; Roland Park (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation’s Division 10 Monroe Resident Engineer’s office seeks an Engineering Technician III to support engineers in highway construction inspection. You will monitor contractor operations and review test reports as part of project oversight.

The role includes contract administration duties, daily diaries, and ensuring compliance with erosion, stormwater, and DBE requirements. Outdoor work, occasional nights/weekends, and software proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans.
• Ability to plan, develop, schedule, track, and complete projects with limited supervision.
• Customer service experience resolving problems with engineering explanations.
• Team environment experience completing assignments.
• Proficiency with drafting and office software.

Responsibilities

• Monitor contractor daily operations and review test reports for conformance to specs.
• Perform contract administration duties: pay records, material reports, payroll review, diaries, as-constructed plans and monthly quantity verification.
• Resolve daily constructability issues to mitigate project delays and ensure DBE compliance.
• Ensure erosion & stormwater control and permit compliance.
• Coordinate work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners and property owners.
• Assist in management and training of lower-level technicians (Department and CEI personnel).
• Work safely outdoors; capable of lifting 50 lb and handling rugged terrain; may require nights/weekends.
• Proficiency with motor vehicle operation; HiCAMS/SharePoint experience preferred.

Skills

Analyze highway construction plans

Plan develop schedule track projects

Customer service engineering concepts

Team-based assignment completion

Office and drafting software

Education

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology or Survey Technology

Tools

Drafting software

Office software

HiCAMS

SharePoint

Job description

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 Engineering Technician III located in the Division 10 Monroe Resident Engineer’s office is an advanced level position that will serve as a senior project roadway/structure inspector supporting engineers in the administration of highway construction.

The position will be responsible for monitoring contractor daily operations & incorporated material and performing and/or reviewing test reports to ensure conformance to specifications and contractual provisions.

Performs contract administration duties such as pay record entry/review, material received reports, certified payroll review, daily diary creation/review, as-constructed plans and monthly quantity verification for estimate payments.

Resolves daily constructability issues to mitigate project delays. Monitors contractor operations to ensure compliance with subcontract agreements and contract DBE requirements.

Ensures project compliance with erosion & stormwater control plans and standards, and that all work performed in permitted areas is done in accordance with permits.

Communicates and coordinates work with contractors, subcontractors, utility owners and property owners.

Assists in management and training of lower-level technicians, to include both Department and Construction Engineering & Inspection (CEI) personnel.

The selected applicant should have the ability to work safely in an outside environment with exposure to hazards on construction sites including heights, highway traffic, weather extremes, and traversing rough terrain. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity including but not limited to walking, climbing, balancing, kneeling and standing. Must be able to lift 50lb. Knowledge and skill in using general office software on computer and tablets. Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed, on any assigned project within the Division.

Experience with HiCAMS and Sharepoint is preferred. Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle. Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation.

Knowledge and Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade: NC11 Salary Range: $45,431 - $79,504

Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments 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 Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level 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. 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.

North Carolina State Government Overview

North Carolina State Government is one of the state’s largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

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. All job postings close at 11:59pm the night before the End Date on the posting.