Intelligent Transportation Systems Development and Design Project Engineer
| Location | Raleigh, 1 S Wilmington St |
| Date Posted | April 14, 2025 |
| Category |
Science / Tech / Engineering
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| Job Type |
Full-time
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| State | North Carolina (NC) |
Description
How to Apply
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The Challenge
We are hiring an Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Development and Design Project Engineer to join our Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) team that plans, designs, and implements ITS technologies across North Carolina.
In this role, you will
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- Manage ITS design coordinating with Traffic Systems Operations and oversee contract management.
- Oversee ITS design plans, including field investigations, construction plans, project special provisions, and cost estimates.
- Lead, supervise, and direct engineering staff and Private Engineering Firms (PEFs) in ITS project design, implementation, and field inspections for system acceptance testing.
- Review and approve plans, project provisions, material submittals, and contract deliverables across project delivery types (Bid Build, Design-Build, CM/GC, etc.) ensuring adherence to timelines.
- Manage PEF prequalifications, contract scoping, negotiations, and administration to maintain project compliance and efficiency.
- Evaluate and recommend current and proposed ITS and Signals products for inclusion on the Qualified Products List (QPL).
- Collaborate with the Statewide Traffic Operations Center (STOC), Regional Traffic Management Centers (RTMCs), Highway Divisions, and other agencies to improve transportation system efficiency and reliability.
- Support TSMO by providing feedback and coordination for grant applications to secure local, state, and federal funding for ITS deployments and operational improvements.
- Handle special assignments and demonstrate adaptability in problem-solving and management styles.
- Travel statewide and occasionally nationally.
What You Bring
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- Experience with traffic engineering and traffic operations concepts, practices, and theories.
- Experience preparing, developing, reviewing, and overseeing technical drawings, specifications, and designs.
- Knowledge of contract management, including scoping, negotiating, and administering PEF contracts.
- Demonstrated ability to work with various NCDOT personnel, municipalities, private engineering firms, and contractors.
Management Prefers
Candidates:
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- Registered as an NC Professional Engineer.
- Who can safely operate a state vehicle.
- Proficient with CADD and GIS mapping.
- With the agility to climb rough terrain, ladders, and ride in a bucket truck.
- Familiar with communications technologies used in traffic management center architecture and equipment, including serial, Ethernet, and IP technologies.
- With knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC) and National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) for evaluating Utility Make-Ready and construction plans.
- Who understand Traffic Engineering and ITS Architectures to ensure compliance with the National ITS Architecture.
Education & Experience
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- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, and
- 4+ years of progressive experience, and
- 2+ years of supervisory experience; or
- An equivalent combination of education and experience.
Note
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- We may require registration as a professional engineer by the NC Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.
Questions?
Call me: Leslie Johnson at (919) 814-5031.
Inspire me to join the NCDOT TSMO Team!
HYBRID/FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES
We truly value work-life balance and trust our employees to be self-motivated and successful in hybrid/remote roles. We are dedicated to fostering a collaborative and flexible work environment, offering routine office and up to 2 remote workdays that are conducive to remote flexibility. If you're eager to contribute to a dynamic workplace, we encourage you to apply!
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
The state of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave (Employee Leave Options). In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees.
Highlights include:
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- One of the best funded pension plan/retirement systems in the nation according to Moody’s Investor’s Service.
- 12 holidays and 1 Personal Observance Day per year to start.
- 14 vacation days/year increasing as your length of service increases and accumulate year-to-year.
- 12 sick days/year cumulating indefinitely.
- Longevity pay lump sum payout yearly based on length of service.
- 401K, 457, and 403(b) plans.
- Eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness for student loans. Visit http://www.studentaid.gov to learn more.
Learn more about employee perks/benefits:
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- Why Work For NC?
- Working at NCDOT
- NC OSHR: Benefits
- NC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator
- State Health Plan
- Employee discount program called Perks at Work
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