Traffic Systems Engineering Technician III

NCDOT; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Traffic Services) in Moore County. The role focuses on managing purchase orders, drafting traffic control plans, and collecting speed data while supporting incident management.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree and 3 years’ related experience, with proficiency in engineering software (SAP, MMS), and reading roadway plans. The position involves field work and occasional nights or weekends.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology or related field with three years of progressive technician experience.
• Ability to analyze engineering concepts to address complex problems.
• Read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and administer purchase order contracts for Traffic Services.
• Develop draft traffic control plans for projects and events.
• Collect data for traffic speed studies and incident management.
• Assist with special-event traffic control and TODS program administration.
• Coordinate with contractors and agencies, ensuring safety and compliance.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Plan reading

NCDOT guidelines

Survey equipment

Office software

Education

Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology

Tools

SAP

MMS

Job description

North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineering Technician III (Traffic Services) in Moore County. The role focuses on managing purchase orders, drafting traffic control plans, and collecting speed data while supporting incident management.

Qualified candidates will have an associate degree and 3 years’ related experience, with proficiency in engineering software (SAP, MMS), and reading roadway plans. The position involves field work and occasional nights or weekends.