SONAR Surveys Engineer

nc; North Carolina; Presencial; USD 70.000 - 123.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer III (NS) to perform advanced geomatics analysis and supervise SONAR-based data collection for highway and water-related projects. You will contribute to surveying, mapping, and data delivery across multiple divisions.

The role requires a Bachelor's in engineering, four years of relevant experience, and potential PE registration. Apply by the posted deadline; state benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and four years of progressively responsible experience.
• May require registration as a Professional Engineer (PE).
• See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Responsabilidades

• Collect, process, and deliver data for highway and structure design and maintenance.
• Use SONAR survey hardware and software to create surface models of underwater landforms.
• Supervise engineers and technicians during data collection, processing and delivery.
• Direct others in preparing, using, and analyzing collected data for design and analysis.
• Serve as primary data contact for multiple divisions, units, and departments.

Conocimientos

Civil Engineering

Geomatics surveying

SONAR technology

Hydrographic surveying

Hypack software

Bentley CADD

Team leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Herramientas

Hypack

Bentley CADD

SONAR equipment

Descripción del empleo

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer III (NS)

Position Number

60025220

Grade

NC20

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.

The primary purpose of the Location and Surveys Unit is to provide Statewide engineering and geomatics analysis in the development of transportation facilities and acquisition of property in accordance with the best professional engineering and surveying practices consistent with all laws and regulations governing the State Highway System.

Responsibilities

• Working with specialized technology for acquiring, processing, mapping, and delivering data used in highway and structure design, construction, and maintenance, as well as in open water navigational channel design and maintenance.
• Using highly accurate SONAR (Sound Navigation And Ranging) survey hardware and software to create precise surface models of underwater landforms such as lake, river, and inlet floors.
• Use of specialized equipment and associated data collection, processing, and application methods are complex and non standard for NCDOT engineers and land surveyors.
• Use of strong working knowledge of specialized SONAR technology in addition to extensive knowledge of standard CADD and land survey principles and procedures.
• Working work with and supervising other engineers and technicians while collecting, processing, and delivering complex data for design and analysis using specialized SONAR hardware and software.
• Making decisions on complex issues related to data collection, processing, and delivery, and will direct others in preparing, using, and analyzing the collected data.
• Serve as the primary contact for users across other Divisions, Units, and Departments who rely on the collected data for engineering design and analysis involving structures, highways, construction, maintenance, and open water navigational channels.
• Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle to transport workers and equipment to and from surveying sites, transport sonar boat to job site, attend scoping meetings, attend required training, attend staff meetings and respond to emergency requests/events.

Salary

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 $70,478 to $123,336

Management preferences

• Experience with the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and Route Location Surveying including geomatics engineering and underwater bathometric surveys.
• Experience with Side Scan SONAR technology and experience processing SONAR data using Hypack software to create maps of the processed data utilizing Bentley CADD software.
• Experience directing and managing others in SONAR survey activities associated with acquisition and processing of data, on multiple projects, to be used by various other groups in NCDOT.
• Experience in ensuring compliance with Department/Unit procedures in geomatics engineering operations and policies.
• Experience with NCDOT's operations, especially in marine environments including knowledge of NCDOT structures and scour concerns, especially in the coastal region of the state.

Minimum Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

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

T he State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of