Engineer I (Temporary - New Hanover)

Engineer I (S)

To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset – OUR EMPLOYEES.

This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position. Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). For more information on Health Benefits offered visit

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Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position. All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.

Individuals hired into a temporary State job must be fully qualified for the job. OSHR supports the Governor's Job Ready initiative and seeks to expand a temporary skill set to enhance their qualifications for State government and private sector jobs. Exposure to an agency's culture, process, procedures, and potential learning opportunities can provide valuable experience to those who may seek permanent employment with the state. This temporary position is located at 127 Cardinal Drive, Wilmington - New Hanover County, with the Department of Environmental Quality.

Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $32.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application). Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities listed within this vacancy announcement will be used only as management preferences and will be used to screen for the most qualified pool of applicants.

This position will primarily work in the Express Post Construction State Stormwater Program to perform professional engineering work by reviewing express requests and applications to evaluate projects for compliance and eligibility.

Key Responsibilities:

• Technical assistance is to be provided to the applicants, consultants, regulated community, and general public on projects and inquiries through meetings, phone calls, and written communication.
• Coordination with internal staff, federal, state, local agencies, and diverse stakeholder groups may be required during the application review process.

Management Preferences:

• Manage multiple priorities,
• Technical writing,
• Public speaking,
• Should be detail oriented,
• Should have an understanding of hydrology, soils, and engineering concepts and calculations.

Minimum Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; 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.

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: Tracey Hinnant

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