Highway Draftsman Designer

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Blair County, PA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Highway Draftsman Designer supports Department of Transportation roadway design projects by preparing drawings, performing calculations, and assisting with drafting from early planning through final design. The role uses computer-aided drafting tools and turns engineering concepts into clear, accurate drawings. Work includes using survey notes, aerial photos, and engineering data to prepare roadway plans; performing and checking calculations for alignments, drainage, earthwork, and other design parameters; developing preliminary sketches into construction drawings; preparing quantities and details for cost estimates and proposals; and helping prepare design reports, submissions, and permitting materials. The position is full-time, scheduled Monday through Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM with a 30-minute lunch. Part-time telework may be available from an approved location in Pennsylvania with a securely configured high-speed internet connection; otherwise, the employee may report to the headquarters office in Hollidaysburg. Telework arrangements may change.

Requirements

• One year as a Highway Drafter (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or three years of experience in varied drafting assignments, including at least one highway drafting assignment, with six months of CADD experience or training and high school graduation; or two years of highway drafting and detailing experience, including six months of CADD experience or training, and an associate degree in civil engineering, drafting, or design technology; or an equivalent combination of experience and/or training.
• Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
• Be able to perform the essential job functions.

Responsibilities

• Use computer-aided drafting tools to complete design assignments and assist staff with CADD-related tasks.
• Prepare roadway drawings and layouts using survey notes, aerial photos, and engineering data.
• Perform and check mathematical computations for alignments, drainage, earthwork, and design parameters.
• Develop plans from preliminary sketches through final construction drawings and assist with project-specific design details.
• Prepare material quantities, design details, and information for cost estimates and proposal documents.
• Assist with design reports, submissions, and permitting materials needed for project approval.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED