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Engineering Specialist I - Div. 13 DDC

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Engineering Specialist I - Div. 13 DDC

Salary

$48,222.00 - $84,388.00 Annually

Location

Buncombe County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

25-08560

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

07/10/2025

Closing Date

7/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Specialist I

Position Number

60022799

Section

Division 13 / DDC

Salary Grade

NC13

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+ Benefits

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Description of Work

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

Position is located in the Asheville Division Design Construct Unit (DDC). Position will assist with preparation of preliminary highway design; final highway construction plans and estimates of quantities on the more complex projects. The position requires high level skills in the preparation of design plans and through an understanding of complex design techniques and procedures. Advanced computer (CADD) proficiency is needed in Microstation, Geopak and Open Roads Designer (ORD). Position will assist the Design Engineers during the process of plan development including processing raw data, creating DTM files, creating horizontal and vertical alignments, typical sections, summaries of quantities, pavement marking plans, right of way plans, signing plans, traffic management plans, and erosion control plans. Designs conceptual maps for the Division staff to use at public hearings and as a support document for funding requests. Reviews and checks plans developed by NCDOT design technicians, private engineering firms, and other NCDOT units. Resolves minor to moderate design issues by determining possible solutions and consulting with the DDC Engineer and Assistant DDC Engineer with little to no supervision. Position will require surveying experience including taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports. Provides support to the survey party in the field during preliminary location surveys, deed research and construction stakeout. This senior technician is also instrumental in the training of lower-level technicians in both design and survey techniques. Perform related duties as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

+ Experience in design, applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

+ Computer experience in Design Software including Geopak, Microstation, and Corridor Modeling.

+ Knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry, and trigonometry).

+ Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures.

+ Experience in surveying including taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports.

Additional Expectations:

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods materials and equipment. Advanced skills in the operation of computer terminals, drafting instruments, and CADD workstations. Ability to understand and explain roadway plan preparation, provisions, specifications and contracts; Train other employees and plan, coordinate and supervise their work; and communicate effectively both orally and written. Operate State vehicle. Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.

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

For additional information please contact Susan Chappell at (828) 250-3000.

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.

01

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

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

+ Yes

+ No

03

Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 - 6 Years

+ 6 or More Years

04

Explain how you have experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.

05

Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience in Design Software including Geopak, Microstation, and Corridor Modeling?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 - 6 Years

+ 6 or More Years

06

Explain how you have computer experience in Design Software including Geopak, Microstation, and Corridor Modeling.

07

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry)?

+ None

+ Basic

+ Intermediate

+ Thorough

08

Explain how you have knowledge of mathematical functions (such as algebra, geometry and trigonometry).

09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 - 6 Years

+ 6 or More Years

10

Explain how you have experience reading and interpreting construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and procedures.

11

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports?

+ None

+ Less than 1 Year

+ 1 - 2 Years

+ 2 - 3 Years

+ 3 - 4 Years

+ 4 - 5 Years

+ 5 - 6 Years

+ 6 or More Years

12

Explain how you have experience in taking notes, collecting field data and preparing routine reports.

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Employer

State of North Carolina

Website

http://www.ncdot.gov/

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