Engineering Specialist - Durham Traffic

About Us

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 A REPOST. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS WILL NEED TO REAPPLY TO BE CONSIDERED.

The person in this position will conduct traffic engineering investigations such as speed zone studies, intersection surveys for traffic signals, develop plans for signing and/or pavement marking needs, traffic analysis using various software programs, prepare cost estimates for traffic signal installation, prepare pavement marking and sign installation plans. Additionally, this person will perform signal warrant analysis studies, travel time studies, and communicate with contractors, general public and other governmental agencies concerning traffic engineering policies.

The selected applicant for this position must be able to operate computers, accurately read and interpret project plans and inspect contract projects. This person is required to have close visual acuity to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, viewing a computer terminal, and visual inspections. This person is subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, and could be subject to extreme hot and cold conditions.

Ability to legally operate a state vehicle is also expected.

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC13 / $50,088 - $87,654

• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments
• Demonstrated ability to read, interpret and produce engineering plans and specifications

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 the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

• Associate's degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six (6) years of progressive technician experience; or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight (8) years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.