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Engineering Specialist I

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Engineering Specialist I

Salary

$48,222.00 - $84,388.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-06294

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

05/16/2025

Closing Date

6/6/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Specialist I

Position Number

60019337

Salary Grade

NC13

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Description of Work

This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.

Two positions, 60019337 & 60027219 are being filled through this posting. You only have to apply once to be considered for both positions.

This position with NCDOT offers fullState Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

The Utilities Unit facilitates and manages the relocation, adjustment, removal, and addition of utilities along highways and rights of way the N.C. Department of Transportation owns while maintaining and preserving the integrity of the highway system and ensuring the safety of its users. The Utilities Unit serves as the subject matter experts on utilities within state rights of way. For more information see theUtilities Unit Video (https://youtu.be/f\_urb7PDZgo) .

The Utilities Unit is looking for two Utility Coordinators.

In this role, you will:

+ develop utility relocation strategies

+ provide coordination services to accomplish removal, relocation, and modification of utility facilities (water, sewer, gas, electric, telecommunication, etc.) impacted by highway improvement projects.

+ develop a Utility Analysis and routing Report, utility relocation schedules, and utility plans and estimates.

+ authorize utility company relocations and administration of contracts consisting of utility relocation agreements for adjustments to existing and proposed facilities and encroachment contracts (permits for occupancy of highway right of way) due to highway construction.

+ implement advanced engineering criteria and innovative construction methods in the coordination, relocation, and placement of utilities along highway rights of way and proposed corridors while adhering to applicable environmental regulations and roadway design standards.

+ review complex highway plans in various stages of completion for accuracy of utility data.

+ conduct field inspections for verification of data contained therein.

+ consult with interdepartmental units, utility owners, and consultants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

+ Experience communicating complex technical information concisely and effectively with various audiences verbally or in writing.

+ Experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements.

+ Experience performing work-related tasks/duties independently or with limited supervision.

+ Experience working in a team environment.

+ Experience reading and interpreting design documents, legal documents, business documents or construction plans.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

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 an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Yolanda Cooper (919)707-7194

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.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.

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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)

+ Yes

+ No

02

Which of the following best describes your level of experience communicating complex technical information concisely and effectively with various audiences verbally or in writing?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3-4 Years

+ 4-5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

03

Explain how you have experience communicating complex technical information concisely and effectively with various audiences verbally or in writing.

04

Which of the following best describes your level of experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3-4 Years

+ 4-5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

05

Explain how you have experience managing multiple priorities within specified time requirements.

06

Which of the following best describes your level of experience performing work-related tasks/duties independently or with limited supervision?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3-4 Years

+ 4-5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

07

Explain how you have experience performing work-related tasks/duties independently or with limited supervision.

08

Which of the following best describes your level of experience working in a team environment.

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3-4 Years

+ 4-5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

09

Explain how you have experience working in a team environment.

10

Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and interpreting design documents, legal documents, business documents or construction plans?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1-2 Years

+ 2-3 Years

+ 3-4 Years

+ 4-5 Years

+ 5 or More Years

11

Explain how you have experience reading and interpreting design documents, legal documents, business documents or construction plans.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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