Transportation Engineer/Transportation Engineering Associate II (61034147)

State of South Carolina

• $70K — $105K *
Transportation
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management
  • 1 year of engineering or construction management work experience
  • Valid motor vehicle operator's license required
  • Ability to perform duties both in office and outdoor environments
  • Experience in supervising construction projects and personnel

Responsibilities

  • Supervise engineer technicians and engineering personnel on construction projects
  • Conduct inspections on various roadway and bridge materials and structures
  • Oversee sampling and testing of construction materials
  • Maintain project records and assist in project documentation
  • Coordinate utility-related issues and perform preliminary inspections

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance options
  • Retirement and savings plan options
  • Paid vacation and sick leave
  • Tuition assistance and discounts on purchases
  • Work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules
Full Job Description
Salary: $70,304.00 - $105,978.00 Annually
Location : Greenwood County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 193371
Agency: Department of Transportation-District 2
Opening Date: 09/28/2026
Closing Date: 10/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD22
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: GEN10
Hiring Range - Min.: $70,304.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $105,978.00

Job Responsibilities

Supervises engineer technicians (project managers) and other engineering personnel on roadway and bridge construction projects in the inspection of asphalt, concrete, embankment, storm drain, stone base, and miscellaneous roadway items. Acts as supervising manager on Roadway/Bridge projects - Inspection, Material Sampling, and
Testing. Supervises (a) placement of asphalt and other surface materials on roadway, (b) sediment and erosion control inspections on construction projects, (c) embankment materials/stone bases/ storm drain, (d) concrete curb and gutter/sidewalks/storm drain/other concrete structures, (e) inspection of Traffic Control devices for compliance, deficiencies, damage, or possible sight obstructions using state/federal guidelines, (f) inspection of miscellaneous roadway items, (g) Traffic Control and Erosion Control inspections, (h) required sampling and testing of materials, (i) inspection of installation of drive piles/drilled piles/drilled shaft foundations. Supervises and assists with surveying, checking, and verifying offsets and grades associated with all phases of construction. Supervises and assists with EEO/wage regulation interviews. Responsible for a portion of project correspondence with the Department and contractor personnel. Maintains project records and performs project close-out duties. Verifies and approves all Daily Work Reports, enters Certification and Sample Logs, assists in the creation of daily/monthly construction reports, and performs Contractor Estimates on assigned projects. Maintains these records in accordance with Department and office policies. Completes Final Material Certifications, and Final Contractor Quantity Concurrence to achieve project closure in a timely manner. Assists in coordinating utilities on construction projects. Performs preliminary inspections in order to determine any possible conflicts with utility locations. Communicates with utility company representatives in order to aid in resolving any disputes. Assists with phones, customer services and other various office related duties as necessary. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and one (1) year of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.

The physical demands 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

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
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?
08

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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