Engineer I

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Engineer I

Salary

$54,197.00 - $94,844.00 Annually

Location

Wake County, NC

Job Type

Permanent Full-Time

Job Number

24-10020

Department

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Opening Date

09/06/2024

Closing Date

9/26/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Job Class Title

Engineer I

Position Number

60027544

Salary Grade

NC16

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• Benefits

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Description of Work

Pending OSHR approval

Salary Grade: NC16 Hiring Range: $54,197 - $89,814

This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.

This is an Engineer I position in the Signal Equipment Design Group in the ITS & Signals Management Section of the Transportation Systems Management & Operations Unit.

This is a Contributing level professional position responsible for the independent application of professional techniques and standards in the preparation of moderately complex electrical and programming plans which are a component of plans, specs, & estimates (PS&E) for deployment on the NC Highway System. This position is responsible for periodic review of electrical and programming plans prepared by private engineering firms. This position is also responsible for providing technical assistance on complex issues and performing field visits as necessary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies

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

• Considerable knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices, and theories used in engineering and the demonstrated ability to use it in practice.

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

• Demonstrated ability to prepare/review engineering/technical plans and/or data for completeness, compatibility, compliance with engineering principles, standards, codes, and design needs.

• Computer experience including drafting software such as Microstation CADD and Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate ideas clearly both orally and in writing, including clear, concise, and organized documents and reports addressing engineering concepts and facts

Management Prefers Applicants:

With the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle for travel statewide (with occasional overnight travel). Ability to traverse rough terrain associated with a roadside environment.

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of electrical engineering as it relates to the design, construction, and maintenance of traffic signals. Good knowledge of the National Electrical Code. Good understanding of traffic signal design. Ability to perform technical analyses and answer questions relating to traffic signal operations, plans, and specifications in a clear, concise manner. Good knowledge of the ITS & Signals Unit Design Manual with extensive knowledge of Part 2 – Signals Management. Good knowledge of the MUTCD with extensive knowledge of Part IV-Signals. Ability to effectively communicate with employees, internal and external customers, and the public on issues within technical responsibility. Ability to express engineering concepts and related facts in a clear, concise, and organized manner. Ability to prepare clear, concise, and organized written technical and administrative documentation addressing engineering concepts. Experience working with local traffic signal controller software packages including OASIS and ASC/3-2070.

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; 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

Leslie Johnson (919) 814-5031

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.

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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 and understanding of concepts, practices, and theories used in engineering and the ability you have demonstrated using it in practice?

• None

• Basic

• Intermediate

• Thorough

  03

  Explain how you have knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices, and theories used in engineering and the ability you have demonstrated using it in practice.

  04

  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

  05

  Explain how you have experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.

  06

  Which of the following describes the level of ability you have demonstrated preparing/reviewing engineering/technical plans and/or data for completeness, compatibility, compliance with engineering principles, standards, codes, and design needs?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1-2 Years

• 2-3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  07

  Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to prepare/review engineering/technical plans and/or data for completeness, compatibility, compliance with engineering principles, standards, codes, and design needs.

  08

  Which of the following best describes your level of computer experience including drafting software such as Microstation CADD and Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1-2 Years

• 2-3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  09

  Explain how you have computer experience including drafting software such as Microstation CADD and Microsoft Office suite including Word and Excel.

  10

  Which of the following describes the level of ability you have demonstrated communicating ideas clearly both orally and in writing, including clear, concise, and organized documents and reports addressing engineering concepts and facts?

• None

• Less than 1 Year

• 1-2 Years

• 2-3 Years

• 3 or More Years

  11

  Explain how you have demonstrated you have the ability to communicate ideas clearly both orally and in writing, including clear, concise, and organized documents and reports addressing engineering concepts and facts.

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State of North Carolina

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