CAD Designer

Description

• Participate in professional development and training to expand technical skills and knowledge.
• Prepare graphics for engineering reports, presentations, and proposals.
• Provide mentorship or technical guidance to junior drafters or engineers as needed.
• Prepare 2D CAD drawings (plans, profiles, sections and details) for contract documents based on input and guidance from design staff and in accordance with internal drafting standards.
• Develop 3D models to illustrate complex structures or systems using AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit and other 3D modeling tools.
• Take initiative on design tasks – capable of working independently when needed and contributing design input beyond basic redlines.
• Civil Design – 3D site grading and earthwork, intakes, pipelines/penstocks, fish hatcheries, and hydroelectric facilities
• Maintain drawing files, CAD standards and other digital files in accordance with internal procedures.
• Mechanical Design – Pumps stations, large diameter pipe fittings and valves, and machine design
• Work closely with engineers from multiple disciplines to ensure coordinated and constructible designs.

Requirements

• Ability to pass a background check which may include criminal history, motor vehicle record, credit check
• Proficiency with the latest version of AutoCAD is required.
• Demonstrated ability to develop large, multifaceted drawing sets based on survey data, GIS, point clouds, and engineering sketches.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment screening
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Degree or certification in Drafting and Design Technology, or equivalent practical experience.
• Self-motivated and proactive in solving problems and completing work with minimal supervision.
• Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D, Revit, or SolidWorks is preferred.
• Strong understanding of civil, structural, or mechanical design principles; experience supporting multiple disciplines is preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively within a team.
• Experience in additional software such as MicroStation, AutoCAD Plant 3D, Bluebeam, or excel is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of CAD design experience in a consulting engineering firm or production design organization.

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Long-term disability
• Employee life & ADD insurance (100% company-paid)
• Medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Dental insurance
• Short-term disability (100% company-paid)
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) and profit-sharing plan
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement
• Bonus program
• Wellness program
• Supplemental life insurance

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance