Utilities Engineer

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 58,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of North Carolina Department of Transportation is seeking an Engineer I (NS) in the Utilities Unit of the Preconstruction Division to support project management tasks for NCDOT projects along highways. This entry-level role reports to the Regional Manager and involves coordinating resources and reviewing plans with utility owners.

Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and may need professional engineer registration. Occasional travel to field sites is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an accredited institution or an equivalent education/experience.
• Experience with utility coordination tasks and review of plans and estimates is a plus.
• Familiarity with project management concepts for highway-related utilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide resource management that may include supervising staff.
• Represent the Regional Utilities Engineer in presenting decisions.
• Review utility analysis, relocation plans, and cost determinations.
• Maintain relationships with utility owners to complete tasks.
• Provide technical assistance to support design and construction.
• Travel to field sites for meetings and investigations, including overnight travel.

Skills

Resource management

Utility coordination

Stakeholder coordination

Report review

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ORD/MicroStation

Job description

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer I (NS)

Position Number

60026997

Grade

NC16

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

The Utilities Unit, under the Preconstruction Division, facilitates and manages the relocation, adjustment, removal, and addition of utilities along NCDOT highways and rights of ways to maintain the integrity, mobility, and safety of the highway system for its users.

This entry-level position reports to the Regional Manager and Preconstruction Division and performs project management tasks in support of engineering design activities and schedules for NCDOT projects.

In this role you will:

• Provide resource management that may include the supervision of lower-level administrative and technical staff.
• Suggest recommendations and represent the Regional Utilities Engineer and Preconstruction in presenting these decisions.
• Review utility analysis and routing reports, utility relocation plans and special provisions, project estimates, and cost responsibility determinations.
• Maintain effective working relationships with other utility owners to ensure the successful completion of project tasks.
• Provide technical assistance in the continued support of the Divisions during project design and construction.
• Occasionally be required to travel to field sites for meetings and investigations, including occasional overnight travel.

Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience supporting utility coordination tasks, maintaining deliverable trackers, and escalating issues as needed.
• Experience using CADD software (ORD/MicroStation) to develop and edit utility relocation plans, profiles, cross-sections, and 3D models.
• Experience organizing project documentation, estimate updates, and design review comments to support project managers and division/central office partners.
• Experience assisting with scoping, basic conflict reviews, cost estimates, documentation for Utility Construction Agreements, encroachment requests, and PDN milestones.
• Experience collaborating with various audiences to maintain schedules and resolve concerns.

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

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

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.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC16 $57,983 - $101,470