| Location | Richland County, SC |
| Salary | $65,000–$90,372 Per Year |
Transportation Engineer Associate I (61031996)
Salary
$65,000.00 - $90,372.00 Annually
Location
Richland County, SC
Job Type
FTE - Full-Time
Job Number
194376
Agency
Department of Transportation-Headquarters
Opening Date
10/22/2026
Closing Date
11/4/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Class Code:
HD21
Position Number:
61031996
Normal Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade
GEN09
Hiring Range - Min.
$65,000.00
Hiring Range - Max.
$90,372.00
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Under general supervision, perform advanced technical work in Roadway Design using computer drafting and design (CADD) software while applying State, FHWA and AASHTO standards.
Assists in preparing secondary, bridge replacement, safety, and primary plans for design field review, right-of-way, and construction. Utilizes the Rational Method, TR-55 method and USGS regression equations to calculate flood discharges. Calculates pre- and post-development flow rates to develop stormwater management design studies.
Reviews survey data. Assists in plotting original topography, existing profiles, and existing cross-sections. Designs pipe systems using storm sewer design computer programs.
Assists in researching and verifying present right-of-way. Designs sideline and outfall ditches for capacity and stability with ditch protective linings.
Assists in determining superelevation rate, computing superelevation, and lay proposed profiles. Analyzes large culverts and box culverts using culvert analysis computer programs.
Assists in plotting proposed cross-section templates and limits of construction. Performs hydraulic design studies on simple bridge crossings using computer models.
Designs sediment and erosion control devices, including sediment dams, ditch liners, and inlet structure filters. Develops a working knowledge of NPDES and permitting requirements. Assists in incorporating hydraulic design into plans and in determining new right-of-way limits.
Assists in preparing horizontal alignments for various roadway types. Develops knowledge of CAD and master imaging programs.
Attends design field reviews and other meetings as required. Read and interpret any set of road or bridge plans.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A bachelors degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or Construction Science and Management; 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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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.