CADD Designer - Transportation Generalist Senior

Working Title : CADD Designer - Transportation Generalist Senior

Job Class : Transportation Generalist Senior

Agency : Transportation Dept

Job ID : 89975

Location : Baxter

Telework Eligible : Yes

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Regular / Temporary : Unlimited

Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers

Date Posted : 10 / 31 / 2025

Closing Date : 11 / 20 / 2025

Hiring Agency / Seniority Unit : Transportation Dept

Division / Unit : Plan Development Baxter

Work Shift / Work Hours : Day Shift

Days of Work : Monday - Friday

Travel Required : No

Salary Range : $26.67 - $34.49 / hourly; $55,686 - $72,015 / annually

Classified Status : Classified

Bargaining Unit / Union : 207 - Technical / AFSCME

Work Area : Plan Development Baxter

FLSA Status : Nonexempt

Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities () : Yes

The work you'll do is more than just a job.

At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

• The Minnesota Department of Transportation does not sponsor applicants for work visas or Optional Practical Training Extensions for STEM Students. Individuals must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Telework Eligibility :

This position is located at the Baxter Headquarters and may have the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule, or work in the office. The incumbent will be required to make a telework arrangement with their supervisor. The incumbent will be expected to work in the office as determined by policy and discussion with their supervisor.

Job Duties :

Completes computer-aided drafting and designing (CADD) functions and calculations to perform technical detail designing and drafting of plans.

Gathers data from other functional areas and follows standards for drafting construction plan(s) and reviews to ensure compliance with CADD data standards and MnDOT's design standards.

Creates / revises models, alignments, profiles, and super elevations for construction plans.

Computes estimated quantities and pay items for construction plans.

Assists in developing and designing elements for construction plans to ensure MnDOT, AASHTO, and FHWA standards are met.

Uses and maintains project information in an efficient manner so information is readily available for plan preparation and other uses.

Assists with construction limits and earthwork computations.

Assists with cost estimates and in making design decisions with prescribed limits.

Conducts background research on assigned issues.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

The level of experience to perform this job at the TGS level can be achieved with :

OR

One year of experience performing roadway, bridge or transportation design activities using CADD or equivalent AND one year experience performing preliminary design, roadway or bridge construction, materials, soils, surveys, and / or right of way or equivalent may substitute for one year of experience performing design activities.

Educational Substitution : 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. (In order for education coursework to be considered in lieu of work experience you must submit a copy of your transcripts.)

Working knowledge of English sufficient to read, write, speak and understand oral and written information; communicate with employees and the general public in-person or via two-way radio and other electronic devices; and to maintain routine written logs and simple records.

Applicants who are made a contingent job offer will be invited to take a computerized Math and Reading Assessment Test. The required passing score for the Math portion is a level 5 or higher and the Reading portion is a level 5 or higher. (Acceptance of the position is contingent on passing a math and reading assessment test.) If you've previously taken and passed the math and reading assessments, you may be exempt from retesting. Please check with your district HR office.

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Requirements

REFERENCE / BACKGROUND CHECKS :

Successful candidate must pass past-employer reference checks and criminal history check

It is our policy that all candidates submit to a background investigation prior to employment. The background check may consist of the following components :

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer / educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.