Quick Summary
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.
This is a repost. Previous applicants must reapply to be considered.
The purpose of this position is to provide engineering, programming, and analytical support to the Staff Engineer and the Operations Program Management Unit. Operations Program Management serves as the central clearinghouse for highway condition data and management information. This position interacts with Department leadership, including the Director of Highway Operations, Division Engineers, and the State Maintenance Engineer, to support maintenance operations planning, operational priorities, and daily program activities. The position supports the Road Inventory Section, Mapping Section, Assessments Section, and HPMS/GIS/Mobile Operations Section within OPM. These sections provide highway data, mapping services, field condition data collection, and GIS dashboards for staff and public use. Assists with review, research, and interpretation of Administrative Code changes affecting engineering procedures and operational practices. Performs foundational engineering work, such as collecting technical information, reviewing standard practices, and verifying data for accuracy. Assists with Chief’s Office requests, including preparation of briefings, meeting materials, and technical presentations. Supports the development, refinement, and documentation of written processes and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Maintenance Management System (MMS) and Pavement Management System (PMS). Other duties as assigned.
Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC16/$57,983-$101,470
- Knowledge of the principles and practices of civil engineering
- Demonstrated ability to explain engineering concepts and related facts in a clear, concise and organized manner, both verbally and in writing, for a variety of audiences
- Experience organizing resources, planning, scheduling, and coordinating work to maintain schedules
- Experience with computers including the use of GIS Applications and MS Office products such as Word, Excel, Outlook SharePoint, etc.
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships that foster organizational success
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.
Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements
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.
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About this job
- Pay per year
- $57,983–$101,470 a year
- 18% above the $67,500 median for Other jobs on Jobera (122,729 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 6 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 17, 2026
- First seen
- October 17, 2026
- Last seen
- October 22, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 4
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 40%
- Scored at
- October 22, 2026
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