Engineering Technician II

State of North Carolina • Mecklenburg County, NC

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Engineering Technician II position is located in the Charlotte Construction Office and supports higher-level technicians and engineers in administering construction contracts through construction inspection and, when needed, stakeout. The employee may serve as lead project inspector on small to intermediate-sized projects and may assist with supervising lower-level technicians and CEI personnel and coordinating work assignments.

The role performs standardized and non-standardized materials tests for acceptance in accordance with contract documents, specifications, and requirements. It requires proficient record keeping, including writing project diaries and reports, completing material reports, documenting pay records, performing construction calculations, and entering reports and data using computers or an iPad. The employee applies the Department’s safety program and uses independent judgment in carrying out work.

The position involves working outdoors on construction sites, with exposure to traffic, heights, weather extremes, and rough or uneven terrain. Moderate physical activity is required, including walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing, as well as lifting and carrying at least 50 pounds. Safety-toe shoes are needed. The employee must obtain and maintain certifications required for material sampling, testing, and inspection duties. Nights, weekends, holidays, and extended hours may be required as operations necessitate. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of progressive technician-level experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
• Ability to make independent decisions using sound engineering judgment.
• Proficiency using computers and electronic tablets.
• Ability to work safely outdoors on construction sites with exposure to traffic, heights, weather extremes, and rough or uneven terrain.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity, including walking, climbing, kneeling, and standing, and to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Ability to obtain and maintain certifications required for materials sampling, testing, and inspection duties.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with construction surveying and knowledge of surveying methods and procedures.
• Experience with contract administration.
• Knowledge of contracts, plans, standards, and specifications.
• Experience inspecting, sampling, and testing materials such as concrete and asphalt density to ensure compliance with NCDOT specifications.
• Working knowledge of computer equipment, including iPads and desktop computers, and software such as HiCams and SharePoint, as well as mathematical functions.
• Working knowledge of pay record book entries and material received reports.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Support higher-level technicians and engineers in administering construction contracts through construction inspection and, when needed, stakeout.
• Serve as lead project inspector on small to intermediate-sized projects as needed.
• Perform standardized and non-standardized tests of materials for acceptance under contract documents, specifications, and requirements.
• Assist with supervision of lower-level technicians and CEI personnel and coordinate work assignments.
• Maintain project records, including diaries, reports, material reports, pay records, construction calculations, and electronic report/data entries.
• Apply the Department safety program to operations.
• Obtain and maintain certifications required for material sampling, testing, and inspection duties.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree