Posting Details Interviews are anticipated to be conducted within two weeks of closing date. The North Regional Division provides project development, technical design, and design oversight for projects in District Four and District Five. Working alongside New Mexico Department of Transportation (NMDOT) General Office and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) personnel, the North Region Design advances NMDOT projects through both internal design efforts and consultant oversight. The North Region Design also provides oversight on local agency projects that use federal funding for design and construction activities. The North Region Design is based out of the Santa Fe NMDOT General Office and is comprised of professional engineers, technicians, and administrative support staff. As a valued new employee to NMDOT, you may be eligible to receive three (3) days of administrate leave upon your start date. This is applicable to external hires not within the State of New Mexico Government. Why does the job exist? This position is to assist in the production of construction plans and packages. Assist in preparing design drawings by incorporating red lines on an as needed basis. Perform calculations to check project design elements, utilizing computer drafting software applications, and other tasks as identified by your supervisor and/or as needed in the Region. How does it get done? This job requires completing duties associated with an entry level drafter for highway design projects utilizing AutoCad Civil 3D. Reviewing Construction Plan sets at various stages of development assisting With Quality Control checks to get familiar with the features of a New Mexico Department of Transportation design and construction plan set. Applicants must have a basic understanding of AutoCad Civil 3D as it applies to highway design. Individuals will develop a familiarity with current Computer-aided Drafting and Design, standards and templates as established by the New Mexico Department of Transportation, with guidance provided by the supervisor and senior level Engineer Technicians. Begin to develop a knowledge and understanding of current roadway design standards as established by the New Mexico Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and other agencies with guidance provided by the supervisor and senior level Engineer Technicians. Tasks associated with this position include: Addressing basic redlines to plans provided by the Project Development Engineer and senior level Engineer Technicians. Assists the design units as needed to meet goals and objectives. Bo responsive to coaching and direction from Project Development Engineer's and senior level Engineer Technicians. Shows willingness to engage in outside training opportunities when possible Shows ability to team current design guidelines and methods established by the New Mexico Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, and other relative agencies. Develops an understanding of the New Mexico Department of Transportation Computer-aided Drafting and Design standards and templates Learns New Mexico Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration's process regarding the development of highway construction plans. Listens effectively and clarifies information as needed.

Identifies and analyzes problems:

weighs relevance and accuracy of information: generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations. Coordinates design efforts with other groups within the department. Who are the customers? General Public. New Mexico Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, North Region Design, District 4. District 5. Ideal Candidate General Public. New Mexico Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, North Region Design, District 4. District 5. Minimum Qualification High School Diploma or equivalent and two (2) years of relevant experience. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling two (2) years may substitute for the required experience. Employment Requirements Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. Must possess and maintain a current Defensive Driving Course certificate from the State of New Mexico or must pass and receive a Defensive Driving Course certificate as a condition of continued employment. Employment requires successful completion of a pre-employment physical exam and is conditional pending results. Business reference check and driver's license verification are required, and employment is conditional pending results. May require Technician Training Certification Program (TTCP) certificates within one year of hire to include but not limited to; Nuclear Densometer, Concrete Field and Lab Testing, Aggregate, Soils, Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA), Traffic Control and SWPPP. Working Conditions Work is performed primarily in the field in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, humidity, wind, rain and snow.

May include exposure to:

sunlight, dust, pollen, chemicals, rough/rugged terrain, insects and reptiles, noxious plants and infected trash; moving mechanical parts, high precarious places, toxic fumes/chemicals and/or airborne particles, hazardous chemicals, high speed/high volume traffic and loud noises, and confined spaces; falls and bruises, considerable physical strain; standing for extended periods of time doing traffic control or walking long distances. Hand dexterity required for some duties; numerous specific vision abilities to include: close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus; some climbing, reaching, kneeling and crawling to perform job duties; ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Work may also be performed in an office setting with exposure to visual/Video Display Terminal (VDT) and extensive personal computer and telephone usage to include working with faxes, copiers and printers. May be required to work irregular hours and is subject to call outs for emergencies. Willingness to accept change of geographical assignments. Interaction with the public by phone and in person. Frequent temporary assignments that require travel and extended overnight stays to include weekends, holidays, and overtime are required. Supplemental Information Do you know what Total Compensation is? Click here

Agency Contact Information:

Dana Garcia (505) 231-7663 Email For information on Statutory Requirements for this position, click the Classification Description link on the job advertisement. Bargaining Unit Position This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and all terms/conditions of that agreement apply and must be adhered to.