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Agency Dept of Transportation Division State Hwy Administrator - Div of Hwys Job Classification Title Engineering Technician III (S) Position Number 60025162 Grade NC11 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. The primary purpose of Location & Surveys is to serve as support services in providing engineering analysis, mapping and other data for the design of transportation facilities and the acquisition of property for the construction of transportation facilities. We are looking for an individual to provide advanced technical work supporting higher-level technicians and engineers by serving as a survey crew leader providing base mapping for highway design functions. In this role you will: •Perform tasks requiring utilization of conventional surveys, CADD equipment, and GPS. •Complete a wide variety of moderate to complex assignments in analyzing, computing, editing, processing, and recommending corrective actions for various data sources. •Review completed field data and CADD mapping prepared by a NCDOT survey party to ensure completeness and accuracy. •Perform duties that will normally involve a wide range of decision making and use of judgment including directing the work of others. •Be responsible for the safety of survey crew during field operations. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Grade and Salary Range: NC11 $45,431 to $79,504 Management prefers applicants with the following: Experience accurately reading, comprehending, interpreting, and applying Department and Unit procedures, policies, data provided through CADD files, plans sheets, maps, as those apply to engineering and other types of land surveying. Experience planning, directing, overseeing, leading the work of lower-level technicians in survey field and office work. Experience working with survey equipment, i.e. total stations, GNSS receivers. Experience developing maps/plans through CADD utilizing CADD software. Experience utilizing the standards, principles, and practices of surveying in North Carolina. 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 Civil Engineering Technology, Survey Technology or assigned discipline from an appropriately accredited institution and three (3) 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: Carole Cox-Carroll Email: DOT-WorkdayJobRecruitment@ncdot.gov
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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.