Mecklenburg County Maintenance Engineer

NCDOT; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Mecklenburg County is seeking an Engineering Supervisor I to oversee highway maintenance operations, supervise staff, and manage contracts. The role requires coordinating emergency response and weather-related activities, and providing technical guidance on plan interpretation and project administration.

Applicant should have a Bachelor's degree in engineering with two years of progressively responsible experience or an equivalent combination, and may need PE licensure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 2 years of progressively responsible experience, or an equivalent combination.
• May require licensure as a professional engineer (PE) by NC Board.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, supervise and direct highway maintenance operations.
• Respond to inquiries from public, management, media regarding policies and projects.
• Respond to highway emergencies and inclement weather.
• Manage DOT staff and purchase order contracts.
• Attend meetings and training sessions; monitor field activities.

Skills

Project management

Crew leadership

Engineering troubleshooting

Cost tracking

Public meetings

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

## Mecklenburg County Maintenance EngineerApply: Mecklenburg County, NC: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 21, 2026 (13 days left to apply): JR-125748**Agency**Dept of Transportation**Division**State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys**Job Classification Title**Engineering Supervisor I (NS)**Position Number**60021271**Grade**NC21**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 a County Maintenance Engineer for Mecklenburg County. Responsibilities include planning, organizing, coordinating, supervising and directing various aspects of Highway Maintenance operations including DOT staff and purchase order contract construction. Respond to inquiries from the public, DOT Management, Media, etc., regarding DOT policies and procedures, division projects, plans and proposed work. Position has Emergency Call Back status and must be able to respond to Highway emergencies and work during inclement weather events. Considerable knowledge of the use and operation of all field and office engineering instruments; ability to understand, explain and administer contracts; ability to interpret plans, provisions and specifications; ability to interpret policies and regulations; and the ability to establish working relationship between the department and citizens. Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle to perform essential job duties. These responsibilities include but are not limited to emergency response, inclement weather, attending meetings, training sessions, and monitoring activities of field maintenance operations.**Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences**Salary Grade: NC21 Salary Range: $70,627 - $137,724 **Management prefers applicants with the following:** * Experience in the management of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews* Experience in the use of professional engineering skills and knowledge to troubleshoot and solve highway maintenance problems* Experience in tracking cost expenditures in various account systems on multiple large projects* Experience in leading meetings with employees, citizens and public officials to conducting investigations and resolveing various issues* Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups **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. Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. **Necessary Special Qualification:**May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors. **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.