Agency
Dept of Transportation
Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys
Job Classification Title
Engineering Specialist I (S)
Position Number
60027375
Grade
NC13
About Us
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.
of Work
Please note that all positions close at 12:00 AM on the posted closing date. You must apply by 11:59 PM prior to the posted closing date.
The Materials and Tests Unit (M&T) is responsible for establishing acceptance criteria for materials and manufactured products to be incorporated into the North Carolina highway system and ensuring that these materials and manufactured products meet these criteria and will function as intended.
This position serves as a Concrete Products Inspector for the Materials and Tests Unit. It is responsible for sampling, testing, and inspecting prestressed, precast, and other concrete products. This position provides technical oversight and administrative support to CEI personnel. The Precast Engineering Specialist visits production and project sites to inspect concrete products visually and dimensionally and to ensure that the materials used are prepared in compliance with prescribed standards and specifications. Duties include inspection of the forms and molds, various procedures prior and during casting, monitoring the quality and placement of the concrete, inspection of the finished product, and other required inspection duties. The Precast Engineering Specialist will be responsible for preparing and distributing detailed records of inspections including: daily diaries, reports on samples taken, and field inspection reports. Work will be on NCDOT projects and at production facilities throughout North Carolina and in neighboring states.
The selected applicant for this position must possess the following:
•Active Concrete Field Technician and PCI Level I certifications
•Considerable knowledge of HiCAMS and Vendor programs used by the Department.
•Must be able to lift 60 pounds and traverse uneven and rough terrain; make fine visual distinctions in measurements and test results.
•Must be able to safely navigate hazardous work situations at project sites while following established in-house safety procedures.
Must be able to legally operate a state vehicle.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC 13 $50,088 - $87,654
Management prefers applicants with the following:
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.
Associate’s 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.
In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303, our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved. We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.
It is important that your application includes all your relevant education and work experience and that you answer all questions associated with the application.
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:
Sharon Ashe
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