Engineering Technician III - Traffic Services

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Traffic Services) in Moore County. The role focuses on managing purchase orders, drafting traffic control plans, and collecting speed data while supporting incident management.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree and 3 years’ related experience, with proficiency in engineering software (SAP, MMS), and reading roadway plans. The position involves field work and occasional nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field with three years of progressive technician experience.
• Ability to analyze engineering concepts to address complex problems.
• Read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer purchase order contracts for Traffic Services.
• Develop draft traffic control plans for projects and events.
• Collect data for traffic speed studies and incident management.
• Assist with special-event traffic control and TODS program administration.
• Coordinate with contractors and agencies, ensuring safety and compliance.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Plan reading

NCDOT guidelines

Survey equipment

Office software

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP

MMS

Job description

## Engineering Technician III - Traffic ServicesApply: Moore County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 29, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-126419**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division****Job Classification Title**Engineering Technician III (S)**Position Number****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. Position serves as Engineering Technician III (Pos# 60020520) for Division 8 Traffic Services located in Carthage. Duties include preparation and administration of various purchase order contracts, maintaining an aggressive safety program for the Traffic Services Units, preparing draft traffic control plans, and assisting with collecting data for traffic speed studies. This position will respond to the concerns of citizens and other governmental departments in a timely manner, assist in performing incident management activities for Division 8, and assist in all aspects of special-event traffic control when required. This position will be responsible for administering the TODS program for Division 8 Traffic Services. The selected applicant for this position should possess experience in conducting routine inspections for compliance involving purchase order contracts, communicating with contractors, general public, and other government agencies, experience in the use of computer equipment and software such as Microsoft Office, SAP, MMS, and reading/interpreting roadway construction, pavement marking, traffic signal, and signing plans. Employee hired into this position is expected to program, deploy, and download electronic traffic data collectors and program and deploy variable message boards. Employee in this position will be expected to climb, bend, traverse steep and uneven terrain, and work in extreme temperature conditions. Work may be subject to outside environmental conditions such as noise and hazards from vehicles and construction machinery and responding to emergency situations including nights, weekends, and holidays. Employee may be required to work special events. Other duties/responsibilities will be assigned when necessary to support additional goals and objectives of the unit. Safety Toes Shoes Required. Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**## Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45,431 - $79,504## ## **Management prefers applicants with the following:**## * ## Experience analyzing engineering concepts to solve complex problems* ## Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications* ## Experience with NCDOT design guidelines and engineering software applications* ## Knowledge of both maintenance and construction operations within NCDOT* ## Skill in use of survey equipment and skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators and personal computers **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. 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.**