Engineering Specialist II pay range

What the state says the job is

This is the highest level of advanced technical work supporting engineers in functional areas such as highway construction, construction inspection and survey, engineering coordination, and construction traffic control. Work usually involves an extremely wide range of decision making and use of judgment and would normally include supervising and providing work direction to others. Positions may function as chief inspectors conducting independent complex inspections themselves, and supervising lower level inspectors through at least one project inspector also performing complex inspections of roadway and structure construction processes and materials to assure compliance with contract agreements, standards and specifications; in addition to performing all the duties and responsibilities associated with directing and supervising a survey crew as a survey crew leader.

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Thorough knowledge of surveying and materials, methods and equipment used in highway construction. Thorough knowledge of mathematical functions, including algebra, geometry, and trigonometry. Drafting skill. Skill in the use of survey instruments. Skill in the use of office equipment such as calculators and computer terminals. Ability to read, interpret and explain construction plans, contract provisions, specifications and inspection procedures, and related documents/communications. Ability to take notes and prepare or review reports.

Minimum qualifications

Associate's degree in an applicable area of Engineering Technology or Survey Technology from an appropriately accredited institution and seven years of progressive technician experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. <h2