Highway Designer III

State of Nebraska • Lincoln, NE

144d • $27,346 - $40,311

About The Position

Join the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Roadway Design team and help shape the future of the State of Nebraska's highways. You'll get the opportunity to be involved with the design of a variety of highway projects from maintenance to new construction, all while working with a variety of groups from environmental, to construction, to local entities. You will gain valuable experience learning how NDOT takes projects from concept to construction and help provide a safe and reliable transportation system to the traveling public. We reward our employee’s hard work with a friendly and supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

• Highway Designer II: Coursework, training, or experience in design, drafting, engineering, highway construction, or other construction field using CADD applications and practices.
• Highway Designer III: Three years of experience in highway civil engineering design, including CADD applications and practices OR post high school coursework or training in the design field mentioned above may substitute for two of the three years of experience required on a year-for-year basis.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a recognized two year vocational engineering school.
• Experience and knowledge in the preparation of highway construction plans.
• Experience and knowledge in engineering principles related to design and construction of projects including roadway design, surveying, hydrology, hydraulics, geometrics, cost estimation, and highway construction and inspection.
• Experience in MicroStation, GEOPAK/ORD, and PC based drafting, roadway, earthwork, drainage, word processing and spreadsheet programs.

Responsibilities

• Design highway construction projects including asphalt overlay and reconstruction.
• Design roadway features including horizontal and vertical alignment, intersections, driveways, sidewalks, curb ramps, drainage, cross-sections, earthwork, guardrail and other features.
• Participate in the design of erosion control features and implementation of environmental processes.
• Conduct hydrologic/hydraulic analysis for the design of culverts and storm sewers.
• Draw roadway features, culvert and storm sewer cross-section plans, and various design details.
• Prepare preliminary and final construction project quantities and cost estimates.
• Contribute to project related papers which document project decisions.
• Join in project related meetings, including field inspections and coordination meetings with various divisions and stakeholders including city, county, and utility personnel.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• State-matched retirement contribution of 156%
• 13 paid holidays
• Generous leave accruals that begin immediately
• Military leave
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Dependent tuition reimbursement program with partnering Nebraska community colleges
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) through the Federal government
• 79% employer-paid health insurance plans
• Dental and vision insurance plans
• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy
• Wide variety and availability of career advancement as the largest and most diverse employer in the State
• Opportunity to be part of meaningful work and make a difference through public service
• Training and Development based on your career aspirations
• Job security and stability, even during times of economic hardship
• Employee Assistance Program
• Fun, inviting teammates
• Free parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees