Senior Field Engineering Technician — CAD, Drones & Testing

North Dakota Department of Transportation; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 58,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

North Dakota Department of Transportation in Bismarck seeks an Engineering Technician IV to conduct field inspections on construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. The role uses Robotic Total Station GPS, drones, and MicroStation for measurements and to prepare reports and plan sheets.

Candidates will also test road and bridge materials to meet NDDOT specs, assist engineers with final records, and support district design work.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of related experience; engineering or related college coursework/degree may substitute on a year-for-year basis.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather and on uneven/slippery surfaces.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Valid North Dakota Class D driver's licence.
• Material testing is preferred.
• MOS codes may substitute for required work experience (e.g., 12N, 12Y, 12T, 3E5X1).

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections for construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans, specs, and contracts.
• Measure and calculate quantities using MicroStation and field equipment, and create reports and plan sheets.
• Perform tests on road and bridge materials to meet NDDOT specs.
• Assist project engineers with final records and district design work using MicroStation.

Skills

Field inspections

Outdoor work

Report writing

Education

Engineering degree or related coursework

Tools

MicroStation

Robotic Total Station GPS

Drones

Microsoft Office

Job description

North Dakota Department of Transportation in Bismarck seeks an Engineering Technician IV to conduct field inspections on construction projects, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications. The role uses Robotic Total Station GPS, drones, and MicroStation for measurements and to prepare reports and plan sheets.

Candidates will also test road and bridge materials to meet NDDOT specs, assist engineers with final records, and support district design work.