Engineer I

State Hwy Administrator - Div Of Hwys

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 Photogrammetry Unit acquires aerial imagery and generates geospatial information products used for transportation planning, design, and construction. The unit also partners with other government agencies for statewide orthophotography and aerial LiDAR elevation data programs serving as NCDOT's subject matter experts for aerial surveying. We have an opening for an Engineer I to provide basic level engineering support in the management and oversight for the planning and production of basic photogrammetric mapping and lidar mapping projects used for functional design, preliminary design, final design, and construction earthwork pay quantities. In this role you will:

• Provide technical review of all tasks involved in the preparation, analysis, and delivery of planimetric and terrain data.
• Provide technical review of all earthwork terrain analysis and earthwork calculations performed on assigned construction projects.
• Work independently occasionally on specialized geospatial projects.
• Provide routine problem analysis, decision-making (subject to review), and the effective utilization of staff and resources.

Applicant is expected to have the ability to: Read and review all photogrammetric mapping and construction earthwork project assignments and maintain detailed records; communicate technical specifications and parameters to staff; perform a technical review on all assigned projects; monitor and perform a technical review on the performance of other employees; set up and/or define appropriate project specifications and parameters on standard projects; and maintain effective working relationships with other employees. Applicant is also expected to have the ability to: perform a technical review of all Aero triangulation adjustments for control densification; train and develop Engineering Technicians on the basic aspects of photogrammetric and lidar mapping processes, photogrammetric stereo compilation hardware and software, and procedures.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

• Knowledge of the principles and practice of professional transportation and geomatics engineering used in photogrammetric mapping, lidar mapping, GPS surveying, conventional surveying, and GIS as related to highway location, design, and construction.
• Experience using and operating equipment and software associated with photogrammetry, lidar, and engineering surveys.
• Experience generating, reviewing, and analyzing geospatial data products, Aerotriangulation Reports, Lidar Mapping Reports, and Airborne Survey Reports to ensure compliance with federal and/or state rules, standards, and guidelines.
• Experience utilizing basic problem analysis and problem solving in mathematics and sciences associated with transportation and/or mapping.
• Demonstrated ability perceiving overlapping aerial imagery stereoscopically in three dimensions and interpreting planimetric and terrain features relatively correctly.

Salary Grade: NC16 Salary Range: $57,983 - $101,470

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.