Engineering Technician III

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

Salary Grade: NC11 / Salary Range: $42,464-$74,313

Hiring Range $65,532-$67,170

Internal Posting - Only temporary or permanent NC Department of Transportation Employees or layoff candidates with the State of North Carolina eligible for RIF priority reemployment consideration as described by GS 126 May Apply.

This is advanced level technical engineering work supporting engineers. Positions in this classification perform technical duties supporting engineers and other professionals in areas such as construction, materials testing, design, surveys, and/or program/regulatory compliance.

Work functions may include: inspection for compliance and/or code; collection and analysis of field data; testing of materials; review, modification and/or design of plans; analysis of engineering related data, products, and/or functions. Work may include functioning in a full supervisory role for direct reports including performing/supervising several administrative functions or supervision of a separate function of considerable complexity.Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway and utility construction plans

• Experience with mathematical functions including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision

• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems

• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments

Additional Expectations:

Working knowledge and understanding of NCDOT concepts, practices, and theories used in the construction of roads and public utilities with limited supervision.  Thorough understanding of the Departments Standards and Specifications related to road, structure, and utility construction.

Ability to monitor utility relocation efforts by providing survey layout/alignments of proposed roadway/utility improvements, daily inspections, and tracking relocation work.    Ability to document findings and to take corrective actions. Ability to clearly and concisely convey information orally or in writing to individuals and/or groups.

Ability to listen and respond appropriately to others. Ability to evaluate and apply engineering judgment to plan interpretation; establish positive lines of communication between technicians, engineers, and contractors. Apply safety philosophy and program to all operations.

Employee may be exposed to high traffic volumes, work at heights over water or traffic, and climbing on the substructure and superstructure of bridges. Must be able to work and carry equipment on steep and rough terrain.

   Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.  Safely work high above ground, safely operate a motor vehicle, be proficient in record keeping, and engineering testing equipment.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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Associate's degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Sarah Holland at 828-321-4105

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.

NCDOT will not accept "See Attached" or "See Resume" in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.