Engineer III

Agency

Department of Administration

Administration

Engineer III (NS)

NC20

Key Responsibilities

• Review and approve for bidding design and construction documents related to the mechanical systems of capital improvement projects.
• Verify scope and estimated costs of projects with the contract requirements and appropriate funds.
• Check levels of completion, accuracy, clarity, and appropriateness of plans and specifications.
• Indicate corrections and suggest improvements and revisions.
• Determine appropriate selection, specification, and use of all materials.
• Determine economy in initial costs and long‑term maintenance.
• Determine energy‑efficient systems and energy conservation measures.
• Ensure compliance with the NC State Building Codes and applicable NC General Statutes on public work.
• Ensure conformity of the contractual bid packages with State Construction Office guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Coordinate plans and documents among other engineering and architectural disciplines.
• Review mechanical system aspects of capital improvement projects submitted by designers to ensure compliance with the NC General Statutes governing public works, building and safety codes, and conformance with sound engineering and construction practices.
• Review mechanical system designs for proper consideration of economy in first cost and life cycle cost, maintenance cost, proper materials, and type of construction.
• Review projects to evaluate the mechanical system design coordination with the civil, structural and electrical disciplines.
• Assist construction monitors in the field in resolving technical or contractual issues at the construction site as well as assist in the overhead and final inspections.
• Monitor the facility under construction and at completion, providing valuable three‑dimensional insight into problems or conditions that could be corrected earlier in the two‑dimensional review process.

• Working knowledge of principles and practices of Building Systems Mechanical Engineering, NC State Building Codes and industry standards, general construction policies and guidelines, building construction and operations.
• Discernment of discrepancies in technical documents or data and provide objective professional opinions and judgments when presented factual data.
• Familiarity with industry design reference standards such as ASHRAE and NFPA and engineering development trends.
• Skilled in time management, communicating technical information to others, technical writing and written communication, constructive negotiations, and public speaking.
• Experience in Construction Administration and program/project management.
• Proficient with computer software and computer drawing packages.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• Minimum of 5 years progressive professional experience in the practice of Building Systems Mechanical engineering.
• Possession of a Level III North Carolina Inspector Certificate issued by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, or the ability to obtain within three (3) years of employment.

• Registration as a North Carolina Professional Engineer.
• Minimum of 4 years progressively responsible experience in the practice of Building Systems Mechanical Engineering.
• Valid NC Driver’s License with acceptable driving record. Out‑of‑state applicants must have a valid NC Driver’s License or acquire NC Driver’s License within 60 days of hire. Candidates must present proof of a valid NC Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record.

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution and four (4) years of progressively responsible experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

$67,852 - $118,741

• 12 annual paid holidays
• Health Insurance and supplemental benefits including dental and vision.
• NC State Retirement Plan

To be eligible for a sign‑on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time‑limited…