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Transportation Engineer III - Reclamation Engineer

State of South Carolina

Columbia, SC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$80,500–$119,500 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Class A License, Class B License, Concrete, Construction, Consulting, Driver's License, Facebook, Genetics, Geotechnical Engineering, Health Insurance, Human Resources, Materials Engineering, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Quality Control, Quality Management, Radio Advertising, Recycling, Roadway Construction, Strategic Planning, Television Advertising, Test Plan/Schedule, Testing, Transportation Engineering, Twitter, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Columbia, SC
POSTED
1 day ago
Salary: $80,500.00 - $119,500.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 189354
Agency: Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
Closing Date: 7/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:: HD23
Position Number:: 61035573
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Monday - Friday (8:00 -4:30)
Pay Grade: GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $80,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.: $119,500.00
Opening Date: 06/10/2026
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: ***You MUST demonstrate in the education and/or work experience sections of the application that you at least meet the minimum qualifications noted for the position.*** Apply online and fully complete all sections of the application. A resume may be provided, but will not substitute for completing any section of the application. Accurately respond to all Supplemental Questions since they are part of your official application and are used to initially screen applicants. If the selected candidate indicates attainment of a college degree(s), he/she may be required to provide an official college transcript within thirty (30) calendar days of employment. Failure to provide documentation within the required time frame may result in termination of employment. SCDOT Human Resources Office, Room 115, 955 Park Street, Columbia, SC 29201. Phone: (803)737-1321.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

Job Responsibilities
At the Office of Materials and Research (OMR), acts as a resource for construction personnel on full depth reclamation, chemically stabilized road construction materials, and cement modified subbases. Reviews mix designs and Quality Control Plans related to these materials. Monitors process of current projects utilizing these materials. Investigates problems of moderate complexity related to roadway stabilization. Assists construction personnel with solving problems related to reclamation.

Performs Pavement analysis and develops strategies of moderate complexity on new and existing pavements using the Department's pavement design procedures for pavement design and investigation.

Reviews and prepares specifications related to reclamation and chemical stabilization of road construction materials. Serves as chair or member of Quality Improvement Committee for Pavement Recycling. Coordinates with the Geotechnical Materials Engineer to develop or modify test procedures related to chemically stabilized construction materials.

Conducts, coordinates, or acts as principal investigator on SPR research projects and/or in-house research projects of moderate complexity related to chemically stabilized road construction materials or other related technical areas.

Assists with training Department, Consultant, and Contractor personnel on construction techniques, specifications, and quality control of chemically stabilized bases and subbases. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Engineering and three (3) years of engineering work experience. Necessary Special Requirement: Registration as a Professional Engineer by the South Carolina State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Surveyors. A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions of this position involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. This position may require travel. This position may require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. This position required driving and walking for extended periods, treading rough and uneven terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside of normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather and/or other departmental-related emergencies. This position may be exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions and noise.
Additional Comments
Non Discrimination Statement:

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Are you a current SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No

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Are you a former SCDOT employee? Your work experience with SCDOT should be reflected on the application in the work history section. Failure to accurately reflect work history may result in non-selection.
  • Yes
  • No

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Please indicate the highest level of education you have attained. If you have not completed high school, please indicate the highest grade you completed.
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What class driver's license do you possess?
  • Class A (CDL)
  • Class B (CDL)
  • SC Class C
  • SC Class D
  • Other State Driver's License
  • None

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How did you find out about this vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation? Please check all that apply.
  • Job/Career Fair
  • Referred by current SCDOT employee
  • SCDOT presentation
  • Sign or billboard
  • Bumper sticker/magnetic sign
  • Facebook or Twitter post
  • Internship
  • Newspaper Ad
  • Radio Ad
  • Television Ad
  • Trade Journal
  • Referred from Vocational Rehab
  • Referred from Department of Employment and Workforce
  • Jobs.SC.Gov webpage
  • Other

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If you selected "other" please explain how you found out about the vacancy at the South Carolina Department of Transportation.
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If you were referred by a current SCDOT employee, what is their name?
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I understand that I must complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume cannot be submitted for completed work history and education sections of the employment application.Only information contained within this application will be used to determine my qualifications for this position or for any other employment consideration should I be the selected candidate. I have read and acknowledged this statement.
  • Yes
  • No

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My failure to accurately and completely describe my work experience may prevent my application from being forwarded to the hiring manager. I understand and acknowledge this statement.
  • Yes
  • No

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