Senior Freight & AV Systems Engineer (Statewide)

nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 82,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

NC Department of Transportation is seeking a Division State Highway Administrator to lead statewide programs in freight operations, connected and automated vehicle readiness, ATMS compliance, AI applications, and geospatial systems. The role provides high‑level engineering oversight, develops statewide strategies, and aligns with federal transportation expectations.

The position will supervise engineering staff, coordinate with internal units and external partners, and ensure safe, efficient

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience including three (3) years of supervisory experience; or an equivalent combination.
• May require registration as a professional engineer in NC.

Responsibilities

• Lead statewide programs in freight operations, connected and automated vehicle readiness, ATMS compliance, AI applications, and geospatial systems.
• Provide high-level engineering oversight and develop statewide technical strategies.
• Supervise engineering staff and coordinate across internal units and external partners to maintain statewide operations.

Skills

Traffic engineering principles

Autonomous vehicle systems

Program development

Supervising engineering work

Communication skills

Consensus-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

NC Department of Transportation is seeking a Division State Highway Administrator to lead statewide programs in freight operations, connected and automated vehicle readiness, ATMS compliance, AI applications, and geospatial systems. The role provides high‑level engineering oversight, develops statewide strategies, and aligns with federal transportation expectations.

The position will supervise engineering staff, coordinate with internal units and external partners, and ensure safe, efficient