Dept of Transportation
Transportation
EngineeringSpecialist
“Engineering Specialist at Dept of Transportation. Skills: Drafting techniques, Highway structures, Load rating. Prepare contract plans for Preservation, Rehabilitation, and Repair (PRR) and Emergency repairs for Existing Structures. Read and understand old designs and plans”
Industry & Context.
Some field work, Ability to climb bridge structures and scaffolds
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Associate's degree in an applicable area of engineering technology from an appropriately accredited institution and six (6) years of progressive technician or High School or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and eight (8) years of progressive technician or an equivalent combination of education and experience, Moderate to advanced understanding of drafting techniques for highway related structures including design, rehabilitation, preservation, or critical repair projects, Ability to climb bridge structures and scaffolds, Ability to keep accurate notes and records
Nice to Have
Experience drafting and checking moderately complex highway structure plans for new construction for completeness, accuracy, and clarity, Experience drafting and checking moderately complex highway structure plans for preservation, rehabilitation, and repair for completeness, accuracy, and clarity, Experience completing and checking final computations and quantities for highway structure plans, Working knowledge of software including CADD and MS Office, Experience participating in a collaborative manner during the completion of tasks or assignments
What You'll Do.
Prepare contract plans for Preservation
and Repair (PRR) and Emergency repairs for Existing Structures
Read and understand old designs and plans
Read structure inspection reports
Read field scoping notes
Prepare contract plans for new or replacement structures
Layout and plan preparation of bridges
culverts and other structures
Load rating existing structures
Study bridge inspection reports
Evaluate structural condition of bridges
Utilize advanced software to determine safe load carrying capacities
Evaluate maintenance proposals for upgrades and repairs
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Communicate with internal and external partners; Written and verbal communication of moderately complex engineering concepts with colleagues; Communication with other NCDOT units and Division personnel
Communication Scope
Written and verbal communication of moderately complex engineering concepts; Explain/write related facts in a clear, concise and organized manner; Listen to and respond appropriately to others
Process & Methodology
Ability to identify and plan for resources
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