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Highway Designer II/III

Nebraska Department of Transportation
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Join the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT) Roadway Design team and help shape the future of the State of Nebraska's transportation infrastructure! You’ll get the opportunity to design a variety of 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 helps 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 that includes:

• 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


 If unable to fill the Hwy Designer III level, NDOT will consider applicants at the Hwy Designer II level.

Pay range for Hwy Designer II: $23.140 - $34.111 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved. 

Pay range for Hwy Designer III: $26.744 - $39.424 per hour. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved. 

 

JOB DUTIES:

  • Under close supervision of a Professional Engineer, will assist in the design of roadway construction projects. Will be responsible for assisting in the review of work of a broad scope, complexity, and diversity. 
  • Participate in the design of various rural and urban highway construction projects, including resurfacing and reconstruction projects assigned to the Roadway Design.
  • Design various roadway features, including horizontal alignment, vertical alignment, cross-sections, earthwork, guardrail, and other features.
  • Participate in the design of erosion control features and implementation of environmental processes.
  • Perform hydrologic/hydraulic analysis and design culverts and storm sewers.
  • Draft roadway, culvert, and storm sewer cross-section plans.
  • Draft miscellaneous design details.
  • Prepare preliminary and final construction project quantities and costs.
  • Perform data collection, background research, writing of construction notes, calculations, analysis, and documentation of engineering-related decisions.
  • Participate in and document engineering decisions, write special provisions, and keep project correspondence files accurate and up-to-date.
  • Prepare for and participate in project-related meetings and field inspections.
  • Prepare project-related documents and reports.
  • Coordinate highway design projects within the division and department, including public service agencies such as cities, counties, and utilities.
  • May aid/assist other engineering personnel.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

 

REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS: 

Minimum Qualifications: 

Hwy Designer II: Coursework, training, or experience in design, drafting, engineering, highway construction, or other construction field using CADD applications and practices.

Hwy 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.


Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Graduation from a recognized two-year vocational engineering school.
  • Experience and knowledge in the preparation of highway construction plans, highway construction and inspection, highway surveying, and cost estimates.
  • Experience in MicroStation, GEOPAK, and PC based drafting, roadway, earthwork, drainage, word processing, and spreadsheet programs.

Other: 

  • Must have a valid driver’s license or ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
  • Occasional overnight travel is possible.

 

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

  • Knowledge of basic engineering principles related to the design and construction of highway projects.
  • Proficiency in the most current versions of at least one of the following design software is required:  Micro Station, OpenRoads Designer, or other related design CADD software platforms. 
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) is required. 
  • Familiar with NDOT's Roadway Design Manual and Standard Specification for Highway Construction. 
  • Familiar with Project Wise and OnBase or other file storage platforms.
  • Skills in communication, coordinating projects, performing technical engineering design, and designing complex projects.    
  • Strong organizational and public relations skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently under the direct supervision of an engineer. 
  • Ability to work as part of a small design team.