Engineering Technician I/Division 4 Construction

State of North Carolina

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 is an extended posting through April 18th, 2026, for Engineering Technician I positions in Division 4. Multiple Engineering Tech I positions will be filled from this posting. NCDOT is looking for a highly motivated individual looking for a position with the potential of career advancement. This position will provide all state benefits including paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance, and retirement. This position involves technical work supporting technicians and engineers in construction inspection, surveying, materials sampling, testing, erosion control, and construction traffic control. This position requires the performance of a wide variety of standardized and non- standardized tests and assignments in compiling, analyzing, computing, editing, and processing field data. This work involves limited decision making and use of judgment. The successful applicant must perform a full range of calculations and computations. This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. You must perform a full range of calculations and computations and be proficient in record keeping. You do not have to have a degree to qualify for this position. Applicants with at least two years of related experience are highly encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
Knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, iPad and software
Experience in customer service and interacting with the general public
Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle
Safety toe shoes required
Offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post offer employment evaluation
Associate’s degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and understanding of general concepts, practices, and theories used in construction, construction inspection, and /or construction surveying
Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
Experience in maintaining neat, legible and accurate records and reports, including computer/iPad data entry