Engineer I (Assistant District Engineer) - Division 11 - District 2

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer I (NS)

Position Number

60022006

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

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.

Position will serve as an Assistant District Engineer in the Boone District Office. This position is primarily responsible for the review and approval of driveway permits, encroachment agreements, subdivision plans, and road additions, with additional responsibilities and duties assigned as needed. Position will supervise Engineering Technicians including the distribution of workload, tracking of permits as they move through the review and approval process, and performance evaluation. Will perform on-site inspections for compliance to NCDOT specifications for driveway permits, encroachments, and subdivisions. Will perform field inspections and prepare deficiency letters as it relates to road additions. Must be able to read and interpret constructions plans. Must be able to effectively communicate with engineers, developers, members of the public, public officials, and other personnel. Must have the ability to review driveway permit and encroachments plans, identify areas that are not in compliance with NCDOT standards, and respond to the applicant with a list of deficiencies. Position requires excellent organizational and time-management skills to ensure permits, agreements, and projects are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Position requires the ability to write memos and reports that clearly convey technical information and engineering concepts.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC16: $55,823 - $97,689

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Computer experience including office software and drafting software

• Knowledge of engineering standards, policies, and procedures related to transportation

• Experience in customer service related to resolving problems that involves explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups

• Experience writing memos, reports, and emails that clearly convey technical information and engineering concepts

• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments

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 Qualification:

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

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.

Recruiter:

Robin R Scott

Email:

[email protected]