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Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineering Technician II (S) Position Number 60021078 Grade NC09 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 is a repost, all previous applicants must reapply to be considered. This posting is for an Engineering Technician II position in the Division 9 Project Development, Division Design/Construct (DDC) unit located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Position will be responsible for conducting field surveys and mapping in a DDC office. Duties will involve surveying, data collection, and mapping for division managed projects of varying scope and size. Position will be responsible for data management, integrating data into design files, property reconnaissance and field ties, as well as computing property information as needed for determining R/W impacts. Responsibilities also include all aspects of route location surveys, designing horizontal and vertical alignments, construction surveys, and development and analysis of three-dimensional surface models. Additional Expectations: Safety toe shoes required. The selected candidate must have the ability to respond to the public, local government agencies, Raleigh-based staff and private engineering firms regarding the status and design aspects of highway projects within the Division. Candidate must have experience performing highway construction stakeout. Must possess a working knowledge of field surveying procedures and be proficient with robotic instruments, data collection and GPS. Also, must be proficient with various computer applications including Microsoft Office, and drafting software. Candidate must have the ability to budget time and coordinate schedules with others. Candidate must be able to transverse steep and uneven terrain. Must be able to perform moderate physical activity such as walking, climbing, kneeling, hearing and standing. Ability to legally operate a motor vehicle preferred. Work may include other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC 11 $45,431- $79,504 Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience using surveying equipment, instruments, levels, data collectors and GPS Experience analyzing and interpreting highway construction plans Experience applying engineering concepts to solve complex problems Computer experience including office software and drafting software Experience in performing highway construction stakeouts 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, Survey Technology or a related curriculum from an appropriately accredited institution and two (2) years of progressive technician level 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 T he 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: Amarah Davis Email: DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov
Here's how to pick the right one and stand out in your application.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.