DDC Engineer



DDC Engineer

Salary

$66,016.00 - $128,731.00 Annually

Location

Durham County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-02277

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

02/15/2024

Closing Date

2/28/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineering Supervisor I

Position Number

60019481

Section

Division 5 / Project Development

Work Location

Durham County

Salary Grade

NC21

Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
 
***Salary Grade – NC21****Recruitment Range $66,016 - $128,731

Employee will serve as an Engineering Supervisor I with a small group of engineers and technicians engaged in project management, engineering coordination, computer-aided design, construction plan production, estimating, surveying, contract administration and technical support for Division-managed transportation improvement projects.  This position will also be responsible for coordinating with other NCDOT units, private engineering firms, property owners, local officials, utility owners, regulatory agencies, construction contractors, and the general public. Employee shall have the ability to provide technical guidance to engineering staff and private engineering firms as well as the ability to oversee and develop all aspects of design to ensure that quality deliverables are produced in accordance with applicable policies and procedures and that right of way and letting schedules are met.

This position requires effective written and oral communication, a reasonable level of familiarity with the organization of the Department, and the ability to lead and train members of the unit.  The ability to work outside in various types of weather, to traverse various types of terrain, and to work at times outside of normal working hours (on a limited basis) is essential.  The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others is also required.
 
Design duties include project scoping, determination of design criteria, planning, survey coordination, computer-aided roadway design, construction plan production, and estimating.  This would also include the review of work performed by others within the unit or by private engineering firms and providing guidance as needed.  Experience with NCDOT design guidelines and engineering software applications is essential.
 
Project management duties also include tracking project schedule milestones and project funding balances and the administration of purchase orders for professional services.
 
Supervisory duties include performance management, training and development, workload planning and task assignments, and hiring.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:

  • Thorough knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling, and funding procedures 
  • Possess a thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of professional civil engineering as they apply to highway and traffic engineering and transportation planning 
  • Experience planning, developing, designing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects, independently or with minimal supervision 
  • Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects 
  • Computer experience including office software and drafting software

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.

Bachelor s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Supplemental and Contact Information

Carolyn McDonald (919)317-4700 or ctmcdonald@ncdot.gov 

Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application. 
NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application.  If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.

NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments:
There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.





For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few.  Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees.  Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
 

01
I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
  • Yes
  • No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures?
  • None
  • Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Thorough
03
Explain how you have knowledge NCDOT programming, planning, scheduling and funding procedures.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of the principles and practices of professional civil engineering as they apply to highway and traffic engineering and transportation planning?
  • None
  • Basic
  • Intermediate
  • Thorough
05
Explain how you have knowledge of the principles and practices of professional civil engineering as they apply to highway and traffic engineering and transportation planning.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience planning, developing, designing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects, independently or with minimal supervision?
  • None
  • 1 Year or Less
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 Years or More
07
Explain how you have experience planning, developing, designing, scheduling, tracking and completing projects, independently or with minimal supervision.
08
Which of the following best describes your level of experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects?
  • None
  • 1 Year or Less
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 Years or More
09
Explain how you have experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex projects.
10
Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including office software and drafting software?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
11
Explain how you have computer experience including office software and drafting software.

Required Question

Agency
State of North Carolina
Address
NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting

An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government