Engineering Technician III– M&T Structural Lab

NCDOT; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is seeking an Engineering Technician III for the Materials & Tests Unit in Raleigh. The role involves performing routine material tests to ensure QA for materials used in North Carolina roadways, following AASHTO/ASTM procedures and maintaining accreditation standards.

The position requires hands-on laboratory work with cementitious materials, concrete, and metals, and coordinating multiple tests while ensuring data integrity.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or related field with three years of technician experience.
• Experience with standard test methods (AASHTO/ASTM) and quality assurance processes.
• Proficiency operating laboratory equipment and maintaining data integrity.

Skills

Material testing

Laboratory equipment handling

Data analysis

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or related

Tools

HiCAMS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineering Technician III (S) Position Number 60027256 Grade NC11

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 posting is for an Engineering Technician III position at the Materials and Tests (M&T) Unit Central Laboratory in Raleigh. This position is responsible for performing a variety of routine material tests and evaluations in a laboratory environment to provide Quality Assurance for materials used in North Carolina’s roadways.

This individual must be able to use standard operating procedures and industry test methods developed by the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO), American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), or the Department.

This position is hands‑on and requires an individual to be proficient working with laboratory equipment and handling materials being tested.

This position will also be required to maintain qualifications and conduct testing associated with maintaining the laboratory’s accreditation.

Materials tested are predominantly cement, fly ash (supplementary cementitious materials), and water, but also include: concrete, grout, curing compound; steel‑related items such as high strength bolting assemblies, and direct tension indicators.

The tests performed will include (but are not limited to): compression testing, time of set testing, normal consistency measurements, flow table testing, fine particle sieving, specific gravity, Chace indicator calibration, and specific surface area measurements.

Core Aptitudes

• Material preparation and testing.
• Time management to accommodate and coordinate time sensitive testing.
• Analytical skills for performing data review to ensure accuracy, monitor trends, and take corrective action, if necessary.
• Technical expertise to provide guidance for colleagues within and outside the department.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 / $45,431 – $79,504

• Knowledge of techniques, practices, and testing procedures related to concrete, cementitious materials, and metals.
• Experience in the use of applicable software including Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook) and HiCAMS.
• Experience coordinating and performing multiple tests while maintaining specimen and data integrity.
• Experience safely handling material testing equipment.

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 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. 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.

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