Engineer I

State of North Carolina

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About The Position

It’s the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people, products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus, accountability, and environmental sensitivity to enhance the economy and vitality of North Carolina. We encourage you to consider joining NCDOT where our work not only serves the citizens of North Carolina but has an impact on our world through all modes of transportation. Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date. This is an entry-level position which serves as an Assistant Resident Engineer in the New Bern Construction Office. The position will assist the Resident Engineer in providing day-to-day management and contract administration of roadway and structure projects constructed by private contractors. The position is also responsible for the supervision of lower-level technicians. Specific duties will include but not be limited to performing project field inspections, preparing monthly/final pay estimates, creating, reviewing, and evaluating supplemental agreements and claims, ensure compliance with both NCDOT and external environmental agency erosion control and permit requirements, resolve constructability issues, and serve as DOT project representative for formal and informal meetings with contractors, utilities, local officials, media, and the general public. In this position, you will be expected to communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing and be able to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment. Experience with computers, electronic tablets, Sharepoint, and HICAMS is preferred. You will be expected to apply Department safety standards and program to operations. You may be exposed to hazards including construction equipment, high traffic volumes, and heights over water or traffic and will be expected to work outside in varying temperature and weather conditions. Performing moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing is needed for this position. You may need to work nights, weekends, and holidays as required. Safety toe shoes are needed for this position. The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
• The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle.
• Expected to apply Department safety standards and program to operations.
• Expected to work outside in varying temperature and weather conditions.
• Performing moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing is needed for this position.
• You will be expected to communicate in a clear and concise manner, both orally and in writing and be able to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment.
• Safety toe shoes are needed for this position.

Nice To Haves

• Experience reading and interpreting highway construction plans and contracts.
• Experience directing, assisting or training sub-ordinate employees.
• Experience administering contracts.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of Civil Engineering.
• Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction inspection, and/or construction surveying.
• Experience with computers, electronic tablets, Sharepoint, and HICAMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• performing project field inspections
• preparing monthly/final pay estimates
• creating, reviewing, and evaluating supplemental agreements and claims
• ensure compliance with both NCDOT and external environmental agency erosion control and permit requirements
• resolve constructability issues
• serve as DOT project representative for formal and informal meetings with contractors, utilities, local officials, media, and the general public
• supervision of lower-level technicians

Benefits

• Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level