Engineering Specialist I

Wake County, NC - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 48222 - 84388

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title

Engineering Specialist I (S)

Position Number

Grade

NC13

About Us

Its 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.

Description of Work

This position serves as the Pavement Specialist for Divisions 4 & 5 who monitors and audits Division and Contractor adherence to the QMS Asphalt Program for compliance with specifications. The Pavement Specialist serves as the main point of contact for Department project personnel and pavement contractors on materials and placement issues. Monitors and interacts with field personnel involved with the testing and construction of pavements. Ensures the quality of pavements by making and approving necessary mix adjustments based on field test results. Audits asphalt plants and testing laboratories for annual certification. Provides instruction in the Departments certification programs.

The Pavement Specialist is responsible for assessments and qualification of testing personnel from contractors and the Department.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC 13 / $48222 - $84388

Management prefers applicants with the following:

Demonstrated ability to inspect the material properties of asphalt and aggregate materials used in pavement construction.
Demonstrated ability to assess proficiency of technicians to ensure compliance with established testing and inspection methods.
Demonstrated ability communicating effectively with various internal and external customers related to inspection sampling testing and certification.
Demonstrated ability analyzing findings and using sound judgment when recommending corrective actions based on materials investigations technician assessments and audits.
Experience reviewing employees decisions regarding the inspection and analysis of materials including evaluating inspectors reporting and work scheduling capabilities.

Additional Expectations:

Ability to lift 60 pounds and traverse uneven and rough terrain; make fine visual distinctions in measurements and test results. Ability to safely navigate hazardous work situations on highway construction projects and material stockpiles while following established in-house safety procedures. This position requires the ability to establish expectations and clear directions for staff to meet the goals and objectives of the work unit.

Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.

Minimum Education and Experience

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.

Associates 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.

EEO Statement

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.

Recruiter:

Lindsey Blake Puryear

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AgencyDept of TransportationDivisionState Hwy Administrator - Div of HwysJob Classification TitleEngineering Specialist I (S)Position NumberGradeNC13About UsIts the mission of the NC Department of Transportation to connect people products and places safely and efficiently with customer focus account...