Engineer III

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineer III (NS)

Position Number

60026987

Grade

NC20

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 Plan Review Engineer provides the Contract Standard and Development Unit, the Roadway Design Unit,

Division Personnel, Consultant Engineers, and Municipalities with instruction and direction in the development of highway plans, cost estimates, specifications, standards, and special details. A Plan Review Engineer is responsible for ensuring the 100% Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) package is complete and accurate, and follows all guidelines to prepare projects for advertisement and subsequent letting.

A PE license is preferred, but not required for this position.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC 20       $67,852.00 - $118,741.00

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience preparing final Plans, specifications, and Estimates (PS&E packages), with strong knowledge of the highway design process, plan review, and protocols for submittal to the Contract Standards and Development Unit.
• Knowledge of Roadway Standard Drawings, Roadway Design Manual, Standard Specifications, Master Pay Item List (MPIL), and other design resources, ensuring compliance and accuracy.
• Demonstrated ability to evaluate project quantity calculations and apply experience with specifications and construction procedures to maintain quality and consistency.  
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate with NCDOT units, Divisions, consultants, and municipalities to ensure PS&E packages are complete, accurate, and address all concerns.
• Skill in written and verbal communication, with the ability to problem-solve and recommend solutions independently.

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 and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; 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:

Eboneze Alisa James

Email:

[email protected]