Senior Engineering Drafter - City of Birmingham

TARGET CLOSE DATE:12312025PAY GRADE:Grade 20TYPE:Full timeJOB SUMMARY:The City of Birmingham is seeking to hire a Senior Engineering Drafter to be responsible for producing plans, blueprints, and drawings depicting infrastructure (e.g., sewers, roads, architecture, structural) using computer-assisted drafting systems (i.e., IntelliCAD, Auto-CAD), drafting machines, andor by hand for civil engineering, construction projects, andor public knowledge. They also review the submitted work of contractors, making changes to civil engineering andor construction plans, as necessary (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer (sanitary and storm)) to meet project specifications or recommended changes. Individuals in this job class assist in managing civil engineering andor construction projects by conducting on-site inspections, reviewing the work of crews and contractors, and interacting with the public communicating information about ongoing projects. They work under general supervision and their work is reviewed for completeness and adherence to professional standards and PENSATION & BENEFITS:Agencies provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits packages to include medical and dental insurance, employer-sponsored retirement plan (pension), generous paid holidays, sick and vacation leave, and more. Applications for this position will be considered for the following Merit System employing agencies. The pay range for this job varies depending upon the Merit System employing agency. •Birmingham $44,678 - $69,305MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position: Option A:Driver's license.Experience using computer-aided drawing software (e.g., Auto-CAD, MicroStation, InRoads, Carlson) for architectural or civil design projects and mapping.Associate's degree or higher from an accredited college or technical school in Drafting, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field of study.Option B:Driver's license.Experience using computer-aided drawing software (e.g., Auto-CAD, MicroStation, InRoads, Carlson) for architectural or civil design projects and mapping.Experience working on construction projects (e.g., buildings, highways, utilities, bridges) as a surveyor, survey crew member, or drafterdesigner.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:The following are job-related qualifications deemed desirable by Merit System agencies. These qualifications may be considered by a hiring agency when reviewing applications and inviting candidates to participate in subsequent steps in the selection processes. Supervisory experience for the purpose of delegating tasks and reviewing work.TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:Researches and investigates existing structures, maps and documents in order to develop plans and communicate accurate information to colleagues including but not limited to drafters, engineers, architects, supervisors, consultants and the general public.Produces plans, blueprints and drawings depicting infrastructure (e.g., sewers, roads, architecture, structural, etc.) using computer-assisted drafting systems (i.e., IntelliCAD, Auto-CAD), drafting machines, andor by hand, to be used for civil engineering, construction projects, andor public knowledge.Maintains a hard-copy and digital filing system through manually organizing and scanning new andor existing hard-copies of maps, blueprints and drawings and tracking computer-based files.Assists in managing civil engineering andor construction projects by conducting on-site inspections, reviewing work of crews and contractors and interacting with the public. Assists plumbers, contractors, architects, homeowners, developers, surveyors, engineers and others in obtaining sewer locations and maps in person or on the phone.Operates specialized print machines and plotters capable of reproducing details and colors for engineering drawings.Plots new projects (e.g., roadways, utility lines, architectural structures, etc.) with Engineering andor Architectural Drafting Software (e.g., IntelliCAD, Eagle Point, AutoCAD, MicroStation, Architectural Desktop, Carlson Civil,etc.).Maintains maps and drawings of projects to allow retrieval of information needed by various utility companies, contractors, and private citizens concerning placement of sewer pipes, pump stations, roads, bridges, and infrastructure.Reviews the work of contractors, making changes to civil engineering andor construction plans, as necessary (e.g., roads, bridges, sewer (sanitary and storm), etc.).PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Job is primarily sedentary involving sitting for long periods of time. At times, job may require light to moderate physical exertion, including lifting, carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or twisting. Job may also involve occasional lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is conducted both indoors in an office setting as well as regular field visits to outdoor worksites. Incumbents may be required to enter properties, construction sites, residences, and buildings under various stages of construction and repair. Job may also require incumbents to be exposed to inclement weather when working outdoors (e.g., extreme heat, cold, rain, snow, wind, etc.).EEO STATEMENT:The Personnel Board of Jefferson County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment with the Personnel Board of Jefferson County, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Each Merit System member cityagency operate its own equal employment opportunity policies available on the individual cityagency website.ACCOMMODATION:To request an accommodation in the application or hiring process due to your own ongoing medical condition or disability, please contact our Accommodations Coordinator at or phone at 205-279-3500 (select option 1) Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Central Time. The accommodation process is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or accommodation in the job application process.NOTE:This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System. More detail regarding this job is available by clicking Apply.DISCLAIMER:This job posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.

Created: 2025-02-25