Engineering/Planning/Surveying (EPS) Technician IV

The mission of the Division of Transportation Solutions is to provide excellence in transportation by developing, constructing and maintaining the State's infrastructure in a manner that results in a safe, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal transportation network that enhances mobility commerce, and livability. In addition, Transportation Solutions provides high quality support services to other divisions in the department.

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The Right of Way Engineering Staff member supports the preparation, development, and delivery of right-of-way engineering plans and related documentation for transportation infrastructure projects. This position requires proficiency in CADD software (such as MicroStation, AutoCAD, or Civil 3D) to produce right-of-way plans. The role involves coordinating with survey, design, and real estate teams to ensure compliance with state and federal standards, project specifications, and agency requirements. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong attention to detail, a solid understanding of engineering design principles, and the ability to manage multiple assignments in a collaborative project environment.

JOB REQUIREMENTS for Engineering/Planning/Surveying Technician IV 
Applicants must have education, training and/or experience demonstrating competence in each of the following areas:

 

Design Quality: Real Estate Engineering:

 

1. Three years experience in performing Computer Assisted Drafting and Design (CADD) using software such as MicroStation or AutoCAD.
2. Three years experience in preparing right of way plans.
3. Three years experience in reviewing and performing technical calculations for transportation construction contracts, cost estimates or quantity calculations.
4. Three years experience in interpreting transportation guidelines and specifications used in developing and designing transportation related projects.
5. Six months experience in project management which includes planning, developing, implementing, managing and evaluating projects to ensure objectives are met.
6. Three years experience in using an automated information system to enter, update, modify, delete, retrieve/inquire and report on data.
7. Knowledge of staff supervision acquired through course work, academic training, training provided through an employer, or performing as a lead worker overseeing the work of others; OR supervising staff which may include planning, assigning, reviewing, and evaluating the work of others; OR supervising through subordinate supervisors a group of professional, technical, and clerical employees.
8. Possession of a valid Driver's License (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources. DelDOT does not provide employment-based sponsorship.

Pre-employment Drug Testing: Upon a conditional offer, you must undergo pre-employment drug testing as part of the hiring process.

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.  The recruiting agency may require the applicant to pay for the criminal background check as part of the conditional offer of hire.

All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

The application and supplemental questionnaire are evaluated based upon a rating of your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position.  It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and the supplemental questionnaire to include dates of employment, job title and job duties.  For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content.   Narrative information supplied in response to the questions must be supported by the information supplied on the application including your employment, education and training history as it relates to the job requirements.

Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email.  Please keep your contact information current.  You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at StateJobs.Delaware.gov.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  TDD users may request an auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com.  You may also call (302) 739-5458 or email DHR_ADAConcerns@delaware.gov for additional applicant services support.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.