Engineer III

Engineer III (NS)

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.

The District Project Engineer provides critical oversight for expedited permits and large-scale, multi-year developments exceeding 30,000 trips per day generated. Acting as the primary liaison between developers and the NCDOT, this role leads Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) reviews, negotiates developer and third-party agreements, and coordinates driveway access with active TIP projects. Additionally, the role supports the District Engineer by representing the department at municipal meetings, supervising district operations, and ensuring compliance with state policies and specifications.

The District Project Engineer will assist the District Engineer in administering other programs such as road addition, outdoor advertising, secondary construction and over-dimension permits; serve as the supervisor in the absence of the District Engineer; attend all municipal meetings, and meetings with developers, engineers and governmental agencies on assigned high profile developments; represent the Department on technical issues and advise the parties involved on policies and specifications; and provide engineering support for Senior Assistant District Engineers and Assistant District Engineers.

Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC20 / $70,478 - $123,336

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Experience reviewing project plans and specifications for compliance with established practices and principles of Engineering (i.e. – Spot Safety, locally-managed projects, subdivisions, right of way encroachments and driveway permit applications
• Experience in the supervision, direction, management and training of lower level employees and/or contract engineering personnel to achieve established project delivery metrics
• Experience with driveway, encroachment, subdivision and road addition policies, processes and procedures
• Demonstrated ability in planning, developing, scheduling, tracing, and completing projects independently or with limited supervision
• Customer Service experience related to resolving problems

Minimum Education and Experience of Requirement: 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.

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.