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NC Department of Transportation Engineer III in Wake County, North Carolina
Engineer III
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Engineer III
Salary
$65,876.00 - $115,283.00 Annually
Location
Wake County, NC
Job Type
Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
24-13939
Department
Dept of Transportation
Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Opening Date
11/14/2024
Closing Date
11/21/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Class Title
Engineer III
Position Number
60025439
Section
Technical Services
Salary Grade
NC20
Description
Benefits
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Description of Work
Salary Grade: NC20 Salary Range: $65,876.00 – $115,283.00
This is a repost. Previous applicants do not need to reapply and are still being considered.
This position with NCDOT offers full State Benefits (https://oshr.nc.gov/state-employee-resources/benefits) , competitive salaries and many career development opportunities.
The Hydraulics Unit provides technical expertise, guidance, design, and quality assurance to manage stormwater, riverine and coastal impacts in and around roadways for the protection of the public, the environment and NCDOT assets at every transportation project phase. For more information go to: Hydraulics Unit Video (https://youtu.be/WEAxHJxewEg)
We are looking for an Engineer III in the operations support section of the Hydraulics Unit to support maintenance, STIP, and emergency hydraulic (H&H) studies for the 14 Highway Divisions.
In this role you will:
Develop, scope, support, and review hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) studies for NCDOT transportation facilities.
Perform encroachment reviews, emergency and non-emergency pipe replacements, drainage investigations and drainage designs.
Perform or review advanced H&H modeling and design, hydraulic planning reports, risk assessments, final hydraulic designs, riverine hydraulic modeling, bridge and culvert hydraulic reports, stormwater management plans and floodplain compliance reports.
Prepare H&H storm response and recovery packages; attend and participate in field scoping meetings; and provide permitting assistance.
Prepare guidance and support of drainage policy; participate in research and development; and provide training.
Occasional overnight travel required. Field work may require traversing steep terrain, thick undergrowth, working around open water, near traffic, and in adverse weather conditions.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies
Applicants must submit an application that clearly reflects work experience that demonstrates the following:
Knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic design practices as well as riverine modeling as it applies to the transportation facility.
Knowledge of FEMA and stormwater regulations, FHWA and AASHTO guidance as it relates to hydraulic design.
Experience with computer applications including advanced Hydraulics modelling software, web-based GIS applications, MS Office, MicroStation, PDF viewers and editors.
Experience applying engineering principles to complex design situations and making sound recommendations and decisions using guidelines, performance metrics and sound engineering judgement.
Experience conducting activities to meet established goals while ensuring project quality and compliance.
Additional Expectations
Candidate must possess good oral and written communication skills with a varied audience and can work well within a group setting with limited supervision. Considerable knowledge and understanding of concepts, practices, and theories used in hydrology and hydraulics and the ability to use it in practice. Ability to provide consultation to clients or others related to drainage studies and complex hydraulic design situations. Ability to develop and/or create informational products; manage hydraulic design projects; plan, develop and implement short-term strategies.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
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 oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail.
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. Necessary Special Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
Supplemental and Contact Information
Supplemental Contact Information : Alexis Palcher 919-707-6352
Applicants must meet both the minimum requirements and all posted Knowledge, Skills and Ability requirements to be considered Qualified for the position. It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
NCDOT will not accept “See Attached” or “See Resume” in lieu of education and work experience completed on the application. If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the posting date will be accepted.
NOTE: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.
For permanent and time-limited appointments:
Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.
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I understand in order to be qualified for this position, the description of my work experience must clearly reflect the required education and experience as well as the posted knowledge, skills and abilities for this position. I have included all of this information within my application. (If you haven't completed the application requirements, please return to your application to finish it before submitting your application.)
Yes
No
02
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic design practices as well as riverine modeling as it applies to the transportation facility?
None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
03
Explain how you have knowledge of hydrologic and hydraulic design practices as well as riverine modeling as it applies to the transportation facility.
04
Which of the following best describes your level of knowledge of FEMA and stormwater regulations, FHWA and AASHTO guidance as it relates to hydraulic design?
None
Basic
Intermediate
Thorough
05
Explain how you have knowledge of FEMA and stormwater regulations, FHWA and AASHTO guidance as it relates to hydraulic design.
06
Which of the following best describes your level of experience with computer applications including advanced Hydraulics modelling software, web-based GIS applications, MS Office, MicroStation, PDF viewers and editors?
None
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 - 4 years
4 - 5 years
5 or more years
07
Explain how you have experience with computer applications including advanced Hydraulics modelling software, web-based GIS applications, MS Office, MicroStation, PDF viewers and editors.
08
Which of the following best describes your level of experience applying engineering principles to complex design situations and making sound recommendations and decisions using guidelines, performance metrics and sound engineering judgement?
None
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 - 4 years
4 - 5 years
5 or more years
09
Explain how you have experience applying engineering principles to complex design situations and making sound recommendations and decisions using guidelines, performance metrics and sound engineering judgement.
10
Which of the following best describes your level of experience conducting activities to meet established goals while ensuring project quality and compliance?
None
Less than 1 year
1 - 2 years
2 - 3 years
3 - 4 years
4 - 5 years
5 or more years
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Explain how you have experience conducting activities to meet established goals while ensuring project quality and compliance.
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Agency
State of North Carolina
Address
333 Fayetteville StRaleigh, North Carolina, 27603
Website
http://www.oshr.nc.gov/jobs/index.html
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