Engineer I

State of North Carolina

. Conduct Public Water Supply field inspections, investigations, assessments, evaluations, and audits .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeNorth Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $57,983 - $76,755 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Public Water Supply inspections, regulatory compliance, and technical assistance, with a strong foundation in engineering principles and the ability to evaluate and address water quality issues effectively.

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Public Water Supply InspectionsRegulatory ComplianceFacility Sanitary SurveysTechnical AssistanceEngineering Plans Review

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Hard Skills

Field InspectionsData EntryDocument PreparationCompliance EvaluationContaminant Level Monitoring

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingCommunicationTraining

Tools & Technologies

Word Processing SoftwareSpreadsheetsInternet Research

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer LicensureEngineer Intern Certification

Industry Keywords

Public Water SupplySanitary SurveysEmergency Management PlansConstruction ComplianceLead/Copper Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct Public Water Supply field inspections, investigations, assessments, evaluations, and audits
Perform facility sanitary surveys
Monitor, report, and address maximum contaminant level violations and rules violations
Audit lead/copper and bacteriological monitoring programs
Evaluate potential water sources for new and existing public water supply systems
Assess construction compliance and violations
Evaluate compliance with emergency management plans and operation/maintenance plan requirements
Investigate public complaints
Provide technical and regulatory assistance and consult with internal and external organizations and individuals on Public Water Supply subjects
Ensure Public Water Supply regulatory compliance
Develop enforcement cases and coordinate enforcement actions
Prepare, review, and respond to correspondence and reports
Maintain current understanding of Public Water Supply concepts, technologies, rules, and regulations
Provide training to internal and external associates
Review engineering plans and specifications for comment, consultation, or approval
Complete data entry and document preparation/review

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field of engineering from an appropriately accredited institution, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Engineering students with an anticipated graduation date may be considered, with job offers contingent upon degree completion
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted
Ability to move wellhead covers and wellhead tops for inspection
Ability to walk several miles through rough terrain, over hills or ditches
Ability to tolerate exposure to loud noise, extreme weather conditions, insects, small animals, snakes, and chemical substances
Valid driver's license required to drive a state-owned vehicle
Proficiency with computers, internet research, word processing software, and spreadsheets
Occasional overnight travel
Professional Engineer licensure/Engineer Intern certification is not required but is considered an asset

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid telework option with routine office and remote workdays
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
Reasonable accommodation for employees and applicants with disabilities, pregnancy-related limitations, and religious beliefs, observances, and practices