Engineering Technician III – Winston-Salem Construction

Job Title

Engineering Technician III (S)

NC11

Winston-Salem Construction #2 Unit, North Carolina

• Complete technical engineering work and support other engineers in construction, materials testing, design, surveys, and program/regulatory compliance.
• Inspect for compliance and/or code; collect and analyze field data.
• Test materials; review, modify, and/or design plans; analyze engineering related data, products, and/or functions.
• Potentially function in a full supervisory role, supervising direct reports and performing administrative functions.
• Serve as survey crew leader, independently directing activities of survey crew members in collecting field data on complex surveys.
• Apply the Department’s safety program to all operations; work safely in an outside environment with exposure to construction‑site hazards including traffic, heights, weather extremes, uneven terrain, and emergency situations.

• Associate’s degree in Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology, or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) years of progressive technician level experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans.
• Experience planning, developing, scheduling, tracking, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision.
• Customer service experience related to resolving problems involving explanation of complicated engineering concepts to various customer groups.
• Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems.
• Experience working in a team environment to complete assignments.
• Proficiency using computers and electronic tablets for record keeping of field data.
• General knowledge of surveying methods and procedures is preferred.
• Physical ability to walk, climb, kneel, and stand; safety toe shoes required.
• Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle preferred.
• Offer of employment contingent upon successful completion of NCDOT post‑offer employment evaluation.

Grade NC11 – $45,431 to $79,504 per year.

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.