Engineering Specialist I
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. This position serves as the Pavement Specialist for Divisions 4 & 5 who monitors and audits Division and Contractor adherence to the QMS Asphalt Program for compliance with specifications. The Pavement Specialist serves as the main point of contact for Department project personnel and pavement contractors on materials and placement issues. Monitors and interacts with field personnel involved with the testing and construction of pavements. Ensures the quality of pavements by making and approving necessary mix adjustments based on field test results. Audits asphalt plants and testing laboratories for annual certification. Provides instruction in the Department’s certification programs. The Pavement Specialist is responsible for assessments and qualification of testing personnel from contractors and the Department.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six (6) years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight (8) years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Ability to lift 60 pounds and traverse uneven and rough terrain; make fine visual distinctions in measurements and test results.
- Ability to safely navigate hazardous work situations on highway construction projects and material stockpiles while following established in-house safety procedures.
- This position requires the ability to establish expectations and clear directions for staff to meet the goals and objectives of the work unit.
- Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated ability to inspect the material properties of asphalt, and aggregate materials used in pavement construction.
- Demonstrated ability to assess proficiency of technicians to ensure compliance with established testing and inspection methods.
- Demonstrated ability communicating effectively with various internal and external customers related to inspection, sampling, testing, and certification.
- Demonstrated ability analyzing findings and using sound judgment when recommending corrective actions based on materials investigations, technician assessments, and audits.
- Experience reviewing employees’ decisions regarding the inspection and analysis of materials, including evaluating inspectors’ reporting and work scheduling capabilities.
Responsibilities
- Monitors and audits Division and Contractor adherence to the QMS Asphalt Program for compliance with specifications.
- Serves as the main point of contact for Department project personnel and pavement contractors on materials and placement issues.
- Monitors and interacts with field personnel involved with the testing and construction of pavements.
- Ensures the quality of pavements by making and approving necessary mix adjustments based on field test results.
- Audits asphalt plants and testing laboratories for annual certification.
- Provides instruction in the Department’s certification programs.
- Responsible for assessments and qualification of testing personnel from contractors and the Department.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
