Assistant Bridge Programs Engineer (Division 11) / Engineer II



Assistant Bridge Programs Engineer (Division 11) / Engineer II

Salary

$59,752.00 - $104,566.00 Annually

Location

Wilkes County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-03412

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

03/11/2024

Closing Date

3/25/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineer II

Position Number

60022249

Salary Grade

NC18

Description of Work

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.  

This position will assist the Bridge Program Manager and the project development unit in providing management of bridge and roadway projects within Division 11.  This position will provide the engineering support needed to effectively manage and coordinate the project development and design efforts between NCDOT, Consultant Engineering Firms and Support staff.  This includes but is not limited to preliminary scoping of projects, setting up project delivery dates, funding requests, reviewing project designs, coordinating utility relocations, project estimates, assist with Right of Way issues, manage and oversee consultant engineering firms, prepare for and attend public meetings, communicate verbally and in writing with public officials, consultant and NCDOT personnel, environmental and other agencies as well as the general public. 


This position provides engineering and design guidance to departmental engineering staff, private engineering firms and local municipalities and serves as a liaison between these firms and municipalities and Division staff. This position will provide status reports of projects and funding sources to the Bridge Program Manager and project development staff on a regular basis.  These duties are included to provide the support needed to ensure projects stay on scope, schedule and budget while minimizing and managing risks.  

 


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

  • Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
  • Experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex project development based on reviewing plans for completeness, compliance with engineering principles, standards, and design needs.
  • Experience in leading multiple projects, scheduling and directing multiple work crews.
  • Demonstrated ability in coordinating with multidisciplinary staff on technical matters and training lower-level engineers.
  • Experience in the development and/or review of engineered design plans and details to determine compliance and compatibility with construction and engineering principles.

Additional Expectations:

Preference will be given to registered Professional Engineers.  Employee will traverse uneven and difficult terrain.  The selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle in all kinds of weather including snow and ice. 

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 three (3) 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

For more information, please contact Sadie Schneider at (336)903-9119.

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 experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
03
Explain how you have experience planning developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex project development based on reviewing plans for completeness, compliance with engineering principles, standards, and design needs?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
05
Explain how you have experience making recommendations and decisions for simple or complex project development based on reviewing plans for completeness, compliance with engineering principles, standards, and design needs.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in the leading of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
07
Explain how you have experience in the leading of multiple projects and scheduling and directing multiple work crews
08
Which of the following best describes the level of ability you have demonstrated in coordinating with multidisciplinary staff on technical matters and training lower-level engineers?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
09
Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary staff on technical matters and training lower-level engineers.
10
Which of the following best describes your level of experience in the development and/or review of engineering plans and details to determine compliance and compatibility with construction and engineering principles?
  • None
  • Less than 1 Year
  • 1 - 2 Years
  • 2 - 3 Years
  • 3 or More Years
11
Explain how you have experience in the development and/or review of engineering plans and details to determine compliance and compatibility with construction and engineering principles.

Required Question

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State of North Carolina
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An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government