Engineering Technician II

Engineering Technician II (S)

Position Number:  | Grade: NC09

• Assist the Bridge Program Manager in data collection and project coordination.
• Assist the Division Design Construct Engineer in delivering Division‑Managed projects from conception to completion, including project feasibility, planning, public involvement, design, right‑of‑way acquisition, environmental issues, budget, and project letting.
• Prepare preliminary highway design and final construction plans using Micro Station, GEOPak, and Open Roads Designer.
• Develop estimates of quantities, special provisions, and contract documents for Division Let projects.
• Assist higher‑level engineers with computer systems, applications, and configuration tasks.
• Review plans, proposals, and estimates for Division‑Managed projects to ensure compliance with NCDOT policies, federal requirements, and technical data; instruct and direct corrections of errors.
• Operate a state vehicle; a valid NC driver’s license is preferred.
• Use Micro Station/Open Roads Designer software to support project delivery.

• Proficiency in SAP/EBS Financial Management, STaRS project management system, ARCGIS, GO!
  
  NC, and Microsoft applications.
• Clear and timely written and verbal communication skills with internal and external customers such as local agencies, private consulting firms, and the public.
• Ability to recognize potential problem areas early in the planning or design process and resolve them in a context‑sensitive manner.
• General knowledge of the NCDOT organizational structure and operations to facilitate necessary contacts across branches.

• Knowledge of contracts, plans, standards, and specifications.
• Skill in the use of computer equipment, software, and mathematical functions.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans.
• Experience maintaining and completing standard records, reports, and correspondence.
• Customer‑service experience involving explanation of engineering concepts to diverse groups.

• Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or a related accredited curriculum.
• Two (2) years of progressive technician‑level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

NC09 - $41,206 - $72,113

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.