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.
The Roadway Design Unit is comprised of a diverse team whose primary purposes are to produce and review roadway design plans, lighting and electrical plans, and provide technical expertise on these subjects to internal and external partners.
We are looking for an Engineer II who will serve on the Research, Standards & Innovation Team within the Specialty Functions Group.
In this role you will:
•Perform research for responses to questions and/or comments on the Roadway Design Manual.
•Coordinate with NCDOT Roadway Design Leadership, private engineering firms, and the Roadway Design Manual committee on changes to the Roadway Design Manual based on updated guidance, NCDOT Policies and Procedures, and comments from subject matter experts.
•Assist in the creation of training materials for design guidance, policy, and procedures and participate in presentations of training materials.
•Maintain current knowledge of roadway design research, design guidance, and practices; generate analytical reports.
•Develop and review roadway design plans and details to ensure compliance.
Management prefers applicants with the ability to legally operate a motor vehicle.
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $63,927 - $111,871
- Knowledge of civil engineering principles (especially as it relates to highway design), AASHTO guidance, NCDOT Roadway Design Manual, NCDOT Standard Drawings and Specifications, and NCDOT policies and procedures.
- Experience developing and/or reviewing engineered design plans and details to determine compliance and compatibility with construction and engineering principles and maintenance standards, codes, designs, and statutes.
- Demonstrated ability performing research and coordinating with multidisciplinary staff on topics related to highway design, and effectively communicating technical information in a clear, concise, and organized manner.
- Knowledge of Bentley highway design software and workspaces (MicroStation, Geopak, Corridor and Open Roads Designer (ORD)).
- Demonstrated ability facilitating meetings and establishing and tracking progress of tasks and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
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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 and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience; 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
- $63,927–$111,871 a year
- 31% above the $67,000 median for Other jobs on Jobera (144,788 salaries).
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 8 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- November 5, 2026
- First seen
- November 5, 2026
- Last seen
- November 13, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 7
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 40%
- Scored at
- November 13, 2026
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