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Engineer II - Design Engineer

State of North CarolinaNC🇺🇸United StatesPosted 16 Aug 2026

Why This Role Stands Out

This hybrid Engineer II role at the North Carolina Department of Transportation offers significant career growth as you lead roadway design projects and develop essential engineering skills. You'll thrive here if you are a mid-senior level engineer eager to contribute to impactful infrastructure projects within a reputable state agency, with a competitive salary range of $63,927 - $111,871. Apply today to join a team dedicated to enhancing North Carolina's connectivity and economy.

Quick Overview

Salary
$63.9k - $111.9k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior

Job Description

Agency
Dept of Transportation

Division
State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys

Job Classification Title
Engineer II (NS)

Position Number
60020284

Grade
NC18

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.

Description 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.

This posting is for an Engineer II position that will serve as a Design Engineer for Division 8 Project Development - Division Design/Construct Unit located in the Carthage Division Office. The Design Engineer II will lead in the production of roadway design plans utilizing Open Road Designer (ORD), creating construction documents, and creating estimates. The Design Engineer will also design and review erosion control, hydraulics, pavement marking and roadway plans from inception through final construction in accordance with NCDOT policy manuals, standards and specifications. The Design Engineer II will also assist with the development and delivery of the Highway Maintenance Improvement Program (HMIP) and Roadway Maintenance Improvement Program (RMIP) by providing support and supervision of those projects through reviewing estimates and packages needed for contract work to ensure effective program delivery as directed by the Division Design/Construct Engineer.

Primary Duties will be the development of roadway contract plans and documents using CAD Design through Open Roads Designer (ORD). Duties also include experience in developing horizontal and vertical alignments and cross-sections. Provide support in road and treatment selection utilizing field reviews and PMS data through the Go!NC platform for concrete and asphalt pavements to help develop priorities for the Highway Maintenance Improvement Program and the Road Maintenance Improvement Program. Utilizing field assessments, aerial photograph, GIS data, PMS data, MicroStation, OpenRoads and NC Resurfacing Estimate Program to prepare and/or review resurfacing and asphalt surface treatment plans, quantities, and estimates. Publish monthly the 36-month letting schedule for resurfacing and pavement preservation projects. Enter contracts into HMIP database. Coordinate monthly with the Residents' Offices to update roads treated in the HMIP. Work with Resident Engineers' offices to identify current contracting issues and adjust future contracts to maximize future Pavement Condition Scores. Perform related duties as required by Division Management. Selected applicant will be expected to legally operate a motor vehicle. Registration as a Professional Engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences
Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC18 $63,927 - $111,871

Management prefers applicants with the following:
  • Experience in the oversite of subordinate Engineers and Technicians
  • Experience in the use of professional engineering principles and practices to troubleshoot and solve roadway design challenges
  • Experience and knowledge of the GIS system
  • Working knowledge and skill in the use of computer equipment, software such as MicroStation, Geopak, and OpenRoads, and mathematical functions
  • Customer service experience related to resolving problems that involve explaining engineering concepts to various customer groups

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.

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 Qualification May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors

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:
Heather Sedberry Hensley

Email:

Skills

CAD
GIS

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