Transportation Engineer / Transportation Engineering Associate III (61036677)
Salary
$80,500.00 - $121,890.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
193937
Agency
Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date
10/14/2026
Closing Date
10/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
HD23
Position Number:
61036677
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN11
Hiring Range - Min.
$80,500.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$121,890.00
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
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
Manages the development and coordination of engineering assignments in the Roadway Inventory section of Road Data Services. Oversees the development and the coordination of engineering assignments in Road Inventorys Quality Control and Data Reporting Programs. Develops and oversees the preparation of basic, detailed and complex reports; meets with individuals and groups to discuss issues relating to Road Inventory, the Inventory Manager (IM) Application and Systems.
Supervises assigned staff: In coordination with upper management sets priorities, develops and implements Road Inventory office objectives, policies and procedures, develops plans, manages workflow and workload distribution, schedules, and performance standards for subordinate engineers, program coordinators, and contractors. Establishes related policies, procedures, and training and ensures their implementation and adherence. Supports the Agency in satisfying its equal opportunity and non-discrimination goals as identified with each hiring selection to aid in maintaining a non-discriminatory work environment.
Manages the Departments Statewide collection, evaluation, analysis and summarization of technical road inventory, bridge inventory, bicycle and pedestrian data through reviewing complex engineering construction plans, application of advanced mathematical and engineering principles, and other data collection means and methods to extract required asset and physical attributes. Evaluates and documents procedures for updating RIMS attribute data. Ensure that data standards are managed in accordance with the established guidelines.
Oversees the management of records and recommendations in the Dedicated Roads and Bridges databases; supervises the System of Historical and Current Road Inventory Records. Reviews semi-monthly Commission Packets in support of Engineering Directive Memorandum 41 for accuracy and
ensures that the approved changes are accurately reflected in the system of records and communicated to GIS office. Runs and ensures the accuracy of all the related monthly and end of year mileagereports. Provides reporting assistance in support of federally mandated HPMS, MIRE, Bridge, Bike-Ped, STIP, STAMP, MTP and other related programs.
In coordination with upper management develops and implements technical plans, policies, and procedures to ensure software and data standards compatibility and alignment with the Agencys mission, strategic plan, data and knowledge management, and FHWA guidelines and technical policies.
Conducts research for enhancement, testing, and implementation for the software platforms and modules such as Inventory Manager, Bridge Module, Bike Ped Module, Intersections, Additions, Dedicated Roads and Bridges and other corresponding platforms. Reviews, understands, and complies with all applicable technical directives, polices, procedures, and software and data standards to ensure consistency and reliability of services.
Assists in the development and implementation of new technologies concerning Road Inventory, Bridge Inventory, Dedicated Roads. Assists in reviewing proposed changes to the FHWA All Roads Network of Linear Referenced Data (ARNOLD), MIRE, and HPMS program to determine how they impact Road
Inventory, Bridge Inventory, Dedicated Roads and Historical Systems of Records. Researches and provides recommendations to management about the best practices in the field of data collection, quality management, and reporting. Identifies newest technical capabilities and developments; Conducts complex road transportation studies in converting LRS to GIS in support of the Departments spatial applications and systems.
Reviews semi-monthly Commission Packets in support of Engineering Directive Memorandum 41 for accuracy and ensures that the approved changes are accurately reflected in the system of records and communicated to GIS office. Runs and ensures the accuracy of all the related monthly and end of year mileage reports. Provides reporting assistance in support of federally mandated HPMS, MIRE, Bridge, Bike-Ped, STIP, STAMP, MTP and other related programs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management and three (3) years of engineering or construction management work experience; or an approved acceptable equivalence. A valid motor vehicle operators license is required.
The physical demands for the essential functions involves sitting or standing at a desk for extended periods of time. This position may require occasional travel. May require bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, and kneeling. Walking for extended periods, treading rough terrain, working in close proximity to motoring traffic, and in natural environmental hazards. May be required to work outside normal business hours or respond to emergency situations.
Additional Comments
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.
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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.
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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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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.
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Required Question
Employer State of South Carolina
Agency Department of Transportation-Headquarters Address 955 Park Street, Room 115
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone 803-737-1321
The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.
| Location | Richland County, SC |
| Salary | $80,500–$121,890 Per Year |
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