Transportation Engineering Technician

When working in NRPD the incumbent will prepare project designs, plans, maps, estimates, specifications and reports under the direction of the engineer using computer programs and the latest Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) software on the Caltrans engineering workstation. Gathers and analyzes technical information as a team member for the design of transportation projects. Performs mathematical calculations related to plans, maps, and estimates (quantities and costs). Assist in the preparation of roadway alignments, profile grades, superelevation, drainage facilities and other geometric features. Performs drafting of all types of plans, maps, working drawings and detailed drawings involved with transportation project contract plans, boundary line maps, as-built maps and utility conflict maps. Analyzes utility relocation plans as submitted by outside agencies and ensures data is