Salary: $92,500.00 - $143,300.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189662
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 7/12/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD24
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Pay Grade: GEN12
Hiring Range - Min.: $92,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $143,300.00
Opening Date: 06/18/2026

Job Responsibilities

At the Office of Materials and Research (OMR), supervises subordinate engineer(s) in the coordination and execution of pavement design investigations and document preparation for Bid-Build and Design- Build projects statewide. Independently conducts pavement design and related functions for Bid-Build and Design Build projects statewide. Responsible for sealing plans which requires SC licensure as a Professional Engineer. Supports the operations of the State Pavement Design Engineer and all subordinate units. Provides construction support for statewide paving projects and assists in teaching during SCDOT training courses. Provides presentations for various entities and interacts with industry personnel.

Assists with the development of specifications of high complexity related to rideability, paving materials and geotechnical materials. Assists State Pavement Design Engineer in consulting with department personnel regarding highly technical and complex matters pertaining to highway engineering activities. Conducts special investigations and forensic analysis related to pavement design activities. Conducts in-house research related to pavement materials and design; seeks opportunities for implementation and provides a point of contact for construction support. Assists with the review of consultant pavement designs and in-house quality assurance prior to approval of final construction plans. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in engineering and five (5) years of engineering work experience. Necessary Special Requirement: Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demand for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.
Additional Comments

Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

02

Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.

• Yes
• No

03

Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
04

What class driver's license do you possess?

• Class A (CDL)
• Class B (CDL)
• SC Class C
• SC Class D
• Other State Driver's License
• None

05

How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.

• Job/Career Fair
• Referred by current SCDOT employee
• SCDOT presentation
• Sign or billboard
• Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
• Facebook or Twitter post
• Internship
• Newspaper Ad
• Radio Ad
• Television Ad
• Trade Journal
• Referred from Vocational Rehab
• Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
• Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
• Other

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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
07

If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.

• Yes
• No

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.

• Yes
• No

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