Engineer III

State of North Carolina

8d • $67,852 - $118,741 • Hybrid

About The Position

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 an Engineer III position with the Signal Equipment Design Group of the ITS & Signals Management Section of the Transportation Systems Management & Operations (TSMO) Unit. This is an advanced level position responsible for the independent application of professional techniques & standards in the preparation of moderate to complex electrical and programming plans which are a component of traffic signal plans, specifications, & estimates (PS&E’s) for deployment on the NC Highway System. Provides professional expertise in the area of traffic signal design, materials, and contract administration and assists in solving complex traffic engineering problems. Monitors project workload in order to meet deadlines, goals & objectives for traffic signal plans, specifications, & estimates (PS&E) performed in-house & by private engineering firms (PEFs). Coordinates PEF signal design contracts. This position is also responsible for periodic review of electrical and programming plans prepared by Private Engineering firms. Provides input regarding design standards for quality of work & performs final technical reviews of traffic signal electrical and programming details with the authority to accept or reject. This position currently qualifies for a hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays. Telework options are subject to change at the discretion of management.

Requirements

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles and practices of engineering as it relates to the design, construction, and maintenance of traffic signals.
• 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.
• May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated ability to oversee employees to ensure projects and tasks are completed efficiently and adhere to project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to work with, collaborate with, and lead other engineers in the development of technical drawings and specifications.
• Experience working with local traffic signal controller software packages.
• Considerable knowledge and understanding of NCDOT concepts, practices, standards, and theories as they relate to traffic signal design.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers in the preparation of electrical and programming plans.
• Monitors project workload performed in-house and by private engineering firms to meet deadlines, goals, and objectives.
• Provide expert guidance on traffic signal controller software and equipment to division employees, other agencies, and outside parties.
• Enforce State, Department, Division, and Unit policies, procedures and standards.
• Develop policies, procedures, and engineering standards for the design, implementation, and operation of traffic signal technologies on a state-wide basis.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees