Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD) Highway Designer
Missouri Department of Transportation
- Agency: Missouri Department of Transportation
- Location: Jefferson City, MO
- Salary: $84,787.44
- Type: full-time
- Work arrangement: onsite
- Posted: 2026-08-17
- Apply by: 2026-09-14
Job Description
Job Location:
Jefferson City, Missouri
Why you’ll love this position:
The
computer
aided
drafting
and
design
highway designer
coordinates
and
provides
the implementation, development, maintenance, support and training of the department's computer aided drafting and design (CADD) software. Responsibilities are performed under moderate supervision.
Note for internal applicants:
Successful candidates already at rates above the posted salary will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine final salary outcome.
What you’ll do:
Interacts
with
CADD
software
application
users,
district
design,
construction,
right
of
way,
and
information systems personnel to answer questions, resolve problems, provide information, or solicit information regarding software operations.
Certifies
CADD
application
software
and
implements
the
department's
design
manuals,
standards,
and specifications within the software applications.
Configures,
and
develops
guidelines
for
using,
CADD
applications
to
meet
the
department's
program delivery needs and ensure adherence.
Tests
CADD
applications
to
ensure
adherence
with
department
standards
and
best
engineering
practices prior to production use.
Coordinates
and
develops
CADD
software
application
curriculum
and
materials,
and
provides
introductory and advanced training to users within and outside the department.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited college or university curriculum.
Five years of experience in highway or transportation engineering.
A waiver of the minimum requirements (education) may be considered.
Special Working Conditions/Job Characteristics
Job requires occasional, statewide or out-of-state, overnight travel.
A postsecondary degree is the best measure to ensure candidates possess required knowledge in applied physics and mathematics, drafting, engineering processes and procedures, project management, industry ethical standards, and analyzing and modeling data.
MoDOT offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Visit our
CAREERS
page to explore all we have to offer. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for MoDOT, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found
HERE
.
At MoDOT you will play a key role in maintaining the seventh largest highway system in the United States. We value team players who are open-minded and work well with others to accomplish goals and fulfill our mission of safety, service, and stability. We see the growth of our team members as an investment, both in MoDOT's future and yours. If you're looking for diverse opportunities, challenging work, and a flexible environment, we want to talk to you about joining our winning team. MoDOT operates on shared values and your success in our organization depends upon modeling these values.
CLICK HERE
to view our mission, values, and tangible results. If you embrace these values, we welcome your application.
cohrmocareers@modot.mo.gov
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