Highway Designer II

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Transportation - Agency 27 Location: Lincoln, NE Hiring Rate: $23.661 Job Posting: JR2026-00026665 Highway Designer II (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 06-11-2026 Job Description: As a Highway Designer II in the Plan Development Unit (PDU) at the Nebraska Department of Transportation (NDOT), you will utilize CAD software to produce plan sets for complex highway projects and related civil or transportation engineering projects. We reward our employees’ 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 Job Duties: PDU's mission is to create, check, and compile plans in a timely manner to meet the project delivery goals of NDOT. PDU works with several divisions within NDOT to create and compile the final plan set. The project can then be let and built to meet the asset management and safety goals of the department. Responsibilities include: Support the Roadway Design Division by creating CAD files for sheet creation, including the title sheets, summary of quantities sheets, typical cross sections sheets, plan and profile sheets, etc. These files are used from preliminary through letting plans for all roadway design projects. Create title sheets and summary of quantities sheets for all other NDOT projects, including local projects and consultant design projects. Conduct QA/QC checks of plan sets from preliminary through Plans, Specifications, & Estimates (PS&E) turn-ins, checking for adherence to NDOT standards and practices. Compile the final plan sets PDF file for PS&E turn-ins. Communicate effectively with people in the department. After the required skills have been achieved, assist coworkers in creating plans following the guidelines set by NDOT. Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements / Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Coursework, training, or experience in design, drafting, engineering, highway construction, or other construction fields using CADD applications and practices. Preferred Qualifications: Graduation from a recognized two-year technical community college. Education or experience in civil drafting with MicroStation, OpenRoads, or AutoCAD. Experience in Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam. Other: Regular and reliable attendance is required. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of NDOT's standards and practices. Knowledge of Microsoft Office, MicroStation, OpenRoads, or AutoCAD, and Adobe Acrobat or Bluebeam. Proficiency in applying Computer-Aided Design technology to roadway plans and standard or special plans. Ability to read and create highway project plan sets. 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We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex. age, national origin, disability, marital status or genetics. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. Once you've had the opportunity to explore our current open positions, apply for those of interest to you. Click here for a video tutorial. Contact View email address on click.appcast.io for additional support. Check back on your candidate profile to see the status of your submitted applications, as well as any new postings that might interest you! Thank you for your interest in joining our team! State Government is one of the largest and most diverse employers in Nebraska. Whether it's helping a vulnerable child, advancing public health, making highways safer, or preserving our natural resources, the work we do matters!