Salary: $61,545.00 - $107,703.00 Annually
Location : Mecklenburg County, NC
Job Type: Permanent Full-Time
Job Number: 25-08143
Department: Dept of Transportation
Division: State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Opening Date: 07/03/2025
Closing Date: 7/17/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title: Engineer II
Position Number: 60021627
Section: Division 10 / Matthews B Construction
Salary Grade: NC18

Description of Work
This position with NCDOT offers full , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
This is skilled professional engineering work in the Matthews B Construction Office. Positions in Senior Assistant Resident Engineer classification are responsible for consultation, investigation, evaluation and planning, design, design review and approval, and/or determination of environmental and safety impacts of work processes and products (buildings, utilities, systems, sites, mapping, or infrastructures); provide project management oversight, which may include supervision of lower level technical and professional staff; oversee or review environmental, infrastructure and geomatic projects; and manage implementation of projects/plans according to codes and regulations, which may include approval authority. Work assignments may involve unique factors and be lacking in precedence on which to base decisions and may be technically complex as evidenced by a high number of variables and inter-related considerations. Work is often performed independently requiring professional knowledge of complex and/or detailed technical procedures. Work may require considerable public contact to explain standards and regulations, or appearance before a regulatory/judicial body, provide consultation and technical assistance, and may require negotiation to determine the feasibility of project implementation or continuation. Work may require professional licensure or other certifications. Work performed includes exercising judgment and decision-making that directly impacts life, health, safety and/or the environment. Positions can develop and manage program/project plans. Positions provide consultation on issues and requests from clients and/or higher-level professionals to discuss alternative solutions and may supervise/mentor staff. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours as necessary.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials and equipment in performance of Contract Administration functions (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensures environmental compliance
• Experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures and regulations
• Experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees
• Experience in Microsoft office, Outlook, Hicams, Sharepoint and use of GIS software

Additional Expectations:
Possess working knowledge of principles and practices of civil engineering and construction methods, materials, and equipment. Must be proficient at plan reading, highway engineering calculations, and be familiar with survey instruments and procedures as necessary to interpret and approve the stake-out of line grade for roadways and structures. Communicate, establish, and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, contractor's personnel, and the general public. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision from the Resident Engineer. Work is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. Safety toe shoes required.
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.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) 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.

Supplemental and Contact Information
Supplemental Contact Information: Melody M. Eudy, 704-983-4400 &/or [email protected]

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

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 customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years

04

Explain how you have customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups.
05

Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials and equipment in performance of Contract Administration functions (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensures environmental compliance?

• None
• Basic
• Intermediate
• Thorough

06

Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering and construction methods, materials and equipment in performance of Contract Administration functions (estimates, supplemental agreements, claims, correspondence, submittals, monthly construction meetings, ensures environmental compliance.
07

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

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years

08

Explain how you have experience interpreting construction plans, provisions, specifications, policies, procedures and regulations.
09

Which of the following best describes your level of experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees?

• None
• Limited
• Intermediate
• Advanced

10

Explain how you have experience training, planning, coordinating, and supervising the work of other employees.
11

Which of the following best describes your level of experience in Microsoft office, Outlook, HICAMS, Sharepoint and use of GIS software?

• None
• Less Than 1 Year
• 1 - 2 Years
• 2 - 3 Years
• 3 or More Years

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Explain how you have experience in Microsoft office, Outlook, HICAMS, Sharepoint and use of GIS software.
Required Question