Senior Civil CADD Technician

Salary: $60.61 - $67.91 Hourly
Location : Seattle, WA
Job Type: Classified Civil Service, Regular, Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-01530
Department: Seattle City Light
Opening Date: 12/08/2025
Closing Date: 1/13/2026 4:00 PM Pacific

Position Description
Seattle City Light, a department of the City of Seattle, is one of the nation's largest municipally owned utilities in terms of the number of customers served. Over the years we have worked very hard to keep Seattle's electricity affordable, reliable, and environmentally sound. Today, City Light is a recognized national leader in energy efficiency and environmental stewardship.

The Engineering & Technology Operations Division has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Civil CADD Technician (Civil Engineering Specialist, Senior) in the Technical Resources Unit. The Technical Resources Unit is responsible for collecting, preparing, updating and maintaining all drawings of hydroelectric projects and high voltage substations to ensure drawings used by the City are accurate and timely to avoid project delays and work hazards.

As the Senior Civil Engineering Specialist in this unit, you will provide technical resources to engineering groups in the form of CADD support; creation of base maps, 3D modeling, construction design drawings, as-builts and drawing records management. You will act as the lead controller for the document archive management system, being responsible for ensuring SCL document standards being met for documents checked into the repositories. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge in Civil Engineering drafting, of surveying principles and document management.

This position will report to the Technical Resources Supervisor.

Job Responsibilities
Here is more about what you'll be doing:

• Perform complex projects to support engineers in electrical, structural, mechanical and civil engineering disciplines
• Software/hardware management.
• Provide substantial support toward management of the Accurent Meridian Document Management System
• Provide Quality Control of Documents that are checked in and out of Meridian Document Management System
• Act as the Lead Controller for Meridian Electronic Document Management System for archiving, organizing, and managing digital documents
• Coordinate design work and related matters with project engineers, supervisors and consultants
• Provide CAD assistance and training to Associate and Assistant specialists
• Conduct site reconnaissance for scoping projects and quality control measures
• Supervise and train assistant and associate specialists
• Create and maintain templates, settings and standards for Civil 3D and AutoCAD, develop efficiency tools for standardization
• Provide support for the rollout of AutoCAD software for the engineering staff
• Maintain CAD to GIS integration of data
• Work within established standards and revise standards when necessary
• Travel to remote sites to support projects and collect as-built information

Qualifications
In addition to the skills and experience mentioned below, a successful applicant will have experience that reflects a commitment to creating fair and equitable outcomes and has:

Requires four years' civil engineering experience, and an Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology or two years of college level coursework in engineering and construction technology (or a combination of education and/or training and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the work of the class).

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Most work is performed in a normal City work/office environment
• Field assignments entail exposure to all types of weather, traffic, hazardous/toxic substances and work in or near construction sites
• May be required to lift over 50 pounds
• May be required to stand, walk, or bend for extended periods of time
• Overnight travel may be required

License, Certification and Other Requirements

• Current Washington State driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Desired Qualifications - You will be successful if you have the following experience, skills, and abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of technical engineering principles including CADD and electronic drawing management
• Knowledge of Electronic Document Management System (EDMS) in general, and Meridian software application
• Software expertise in Autodesk Civil 3D, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Electrical, Revit, Map 3D and ESRI ArcGIS
• Knowledge of surveying principles and experience with Civil engineering design and drafting
• Knowledge in multiple engineering disciplines
• Experience creating construction documents and plan sets utilizing AutoCAD
• Experience with and recognition of values associated with excellent customer service
• Good interpersonal, technical writing and oral communication skills

Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information
The full salary range for this position is $60.61 to $67.91 per hour.

Application Process

Please submit the following with your online application:

• A cover letter in which you clearly describe how your knowledge, experience, skills, and abilities prepare you for the job responsibilities and qualifications outlined in the job announcement
• A current resume of your educational and professional work experience.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Who May Apply: This position is open to all candidates that meet the qualifications. Seattle City Light values diverse perspectives and life experiences. Applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, marital status, disability, religious or political affiliation, age, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Seattle City Light encourages people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQIA+, people with disabilities, veterans, and those with diverse life experiences.

Job offers are contingent on the verification of credentials and other information required by the employment process, including the completion of a background check. The background check will involve a criminal history check, which includes conviction and arrest records in compliance with the , and the A driving history review may be conducted in compliance with Applicants will be provided an opportunity to explain or correct background information.

The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents. More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:

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The City of Seattle offers a comprehensive benefits package including vacation, holiday and sick leave as well as medical, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance for employees and their dependents.

More information about employee benefits is available on the City's website at:
01

Please select the highest level of education you have completed.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Some College
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• JD/Doctorate Degree
• None of the Above

02

Do you have an Associate's Degree (or higher) in either Civil Engineering or Civil Engineering Technology?

• Yes
• No

03

How much professional civil engineering experience do you have?

• Less than 4 years
• 4 to 5 years
• 5 to 6 years
• 6 to 7 years
• More than 7 years

04

Please select the software program(s) you have professional experience using. Select all that apply.

• Electronic Document Management System (Meridian preferred)
• Autodesk Civil 3D
• AutoCAD
• AutoCAD Electrical
• Revit
• Map 3D
• ESRI ArcGIS
• I have no experience with any of these programs.

05

Please briefly explain how your qualifications match this position ("see resume" or similar is not an acceptable answer).
06

Do you possess a current, valid Washington State Drivers License?

• Yes
• No, but I can obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License by the time of hire.
• No, and I will not be able to obtain a valid Washington State Drivers License.

07

To participate in the hiring process, Seattle City Light requires strict confidentiality of all related information, including any discussions outside the workplace. This ensures fairness and protects the integrity of the process. This obligation applies during and after the hiring process. Do you understand and agree to maintain this confidentiality?

• Yes, I understand and agree.
• No, I do not agree.

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