Design Technician

This position performs basic/routine technical computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) in accordance with CADD data standards to meet deadlines. Some of the other duties include:

• Assists design leader in preparing plans in accordance with MnDOT standards so that plans are delivered in a timely manner.
• Assists in preparing preliminary design layouts in accordance with geometric and environmental standards to meet deadlines.
• Assists with performing basic/routine horizontal and vertical geometric designs with typical sections in accordance with MnDOT design standards.
• Assists in creating quantity and tabulation tables and charts and performs calculations to ensure they are filled in completely and correctly in accordance with design standards.
• Assembles standard details and drawings to have complete plans for contract lettings.
• Assists in assembling and cross-checking construction plans to provide an accurate and complete set of bidding documents.
• Conducts background research on assigned issues.

WHY WORK FOR US

We offer excellent employee benefits, such as low-cost health and dental insurance, and affordable dependent coverage. Other benefits include:

• 12 paid holidays per year
• Earn up to 29 paid vacation days a year
• Earn 13 days paid sick time
• Defined pension plan
• Paid life insurance
• And much more!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of experience utilizing computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) or related activities.

OR

A Two year Civil or Construction Technology Degree or the following four-year degrees: Architectural, Civil or Mechanical Engineering; Land Surveying / Geomatics; or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience.

APPLY ONLINE BY 4/25/2025:

1. Go to www.mn.gov/careers
2. Click “Search open positions”
3. Enter the Job Opening ID “85398” in the Keywords search box and click “>>”
4. Click on the Job Title to view the job posting
5. Click “Apply for Job”
6. When prompted for your Referral Source, please list: social media - LinkedIn - job slot.

Only applicants received on mn.gov/careers will be considered.