CADD Designer

CADD Designer

Department: Design & Construction

Location: Queens

Employment Type: Full-time

Salary: $56,946.00 – $76,559.00

Job Description

Hours: Full-Time 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101 Only candidates who are permanent in the Engineering Technician title, who are reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #2040 or Exam #5068) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results, Proof of Filing, or indicate if you are permanent in the Project Manager title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview. The Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure is currently seeking a CADD Designer to join our Construction Management Unit – Construction Support - AS-BUILTS Team. Under the guidance of an Engineer-in-Charge, the successful candidate will prepare as-built drawings and working drawings, utilizing specifications and final estimates for roadway, sewer, and water main projects. The selected candidate may require participating in field surveys; engage in engineering investigations and studies; attend meetings; and prepare calculations and reports. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application. All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualification Requirements For Assignment Levels I – II 1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state's department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an engineering technician; or 2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institution with a specialization in engineering technology; or 3. A combination of education and experience which is equivalent to two years of satisfactory experience. To determine educational equivalency for experience, see "Special Note" below. Special Note One year of experience credit will be given for each 30 semester credits for college education leading to a degree from an accredited college in engineering technology. However, all candidates must have at least a high school diploma or its educational equivalent. License Requirement For Certain Positions For assignment to certain positions, the candidate must possess at the time of appointment or assignment a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment. Additional Qualification Requirements For Assignment Levels III – IV To be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels III and IV, individuals must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Levels I and II, either 1. At least one year of satisfactory service as an Engineering Technician with the City of New York; or 2. A Baccalaureate degree in engineering technology from an accredited college; or 3. After meeting the minimum requirements described for Assignment Level I, at least two additional years of full-time satisfactory experience performing engineering technician work; or 4. A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to Additional Qualification Requirement "3" above and in "Special Note" above.

Preferred Skills

Please note the following preferred skills for this position: 1. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills 2. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD 3. Construction knowledge relevant to infrastructure work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main) 4. Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards 5. Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices 6. Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling and Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred) 7. Valid driver's license (required) 8. Personal vehicle (preferred)

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.