Strategic Research Implementation Manager

Department of Transportation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 70,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Division Secretary Engineer III to lead the Research and Development Unit. The role oversees implementation and technology transfer, planning, programming and policy research, and collaboration with federal/state programs. A PE license may be required.

Salary range NC20, with strong emphasis on project management, communication, and engineering expertise. Eligibility includes professional license and state employment benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with four years of progressive experience or an equivalent combination.
• Experience with managing research and development projects.
• Strong knowledge of planning, programming, and policy research.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate implementation projects with NCDOT staff and monitor benefits of research initiatives.
• Support planning, programming and policy research tied to the annual R&D work program and special investigations.

Skills

R&D processes

Engineering oversight

ROI analysis

Project management

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Job description

The North Carolina Department of Transportation seeks a Division Secretary Engineer III to lead the Research and Development Unit. The role oversees implementation and technology transfer, planning, programming and policy research, and collaboration with federal/state programs. A PE license may be required.

Salary range NC20, with strong emphasis on project management, communication, and engineering expertise. Eligibility includes professional license and state employment benefits.