Traffic Forecasting Engineer

Agency

Dept of Transportation

Division

Secretary

Job Classification Title

Engineer I (NS)

Position Number

60029294

Grade

NC16

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

The NCDOT Transportation Planning Office, located in Raleigh, has an immediate opening for an entry level Transportation Engineer in our Traffic Forecasting Group. The purpose of the Traffic Forecasting Group is to develop and maintain administrative and technical standards relating to traffic forecasting; and to prepare traffic forecasts for highway projects being considered for inclusion in the State Transportation Improvement Program, for projects being developed consistent with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), and for projects in final design. We are searching for an Engineer I to join our team. This position will work out of the Transportation Building located at 1 South Wilmington Street, Raleigh, NC. This is a permanent position with the state of North Carolina that offers all available state benefits including vacation and sick leave. NCDOT offers diverse and challenging jobs, career development, work-life balance and an environment where all employees are valued and recognized for their contributions. Add to that health insurance, retirement plans, paid holidays and much more, and you have a winning combination.

This position serves as a Traffic Forecaster within the Traffic Forecasting Group working closely with traffic forecasting team members. The position produces both simple and complex traffic forecasts including: selection and analysis of appropriate traffic and land use data; estimation of current traffic volumes; forecast future traffic volumes; and preparation of traffic forecast technical reports that explain in detail the technical processes used and decisions made in developing traffic forecasts.

The successful applicant will have a knowledge of traffic forecasting practices, experience in the production of project-level traffic forecasts, and project management skills. Your application should reflect experience in the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities/Competencies outlined below.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Grade and Salary Range:  NC 16 $57,983 - $101,470    

Management prefers applicants with the following:

• Knowledge of transportation planning, travel demand modeling or traffic engineering.
• Experience or training in any of the following: evaluating data, traffic trends, or data projections.
• Experience or training in computer applications and operations such as, Microsoft Office, GIS, TransCAD.
• Experience communicating findings and recommendations to others.
• Skill in composing written correspondence using Microsoft Word and Excel.

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.

Bachelor's degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements

May require registration as a professional engineer by the North Carolina Board of Examiners for Engineers and Surveyors.

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

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.

Recruiter:

Adrianna N Blackmer

Email:

[email protected]