CAD Technician - Rail

Overview

Design and develop freight rail civil projects using CAD tools

Key Responsibilities

• plan set
• drainage design
• alignment design

Tasks

-Develop plan set suitable for construction -Design of drainage systems to support rail projects -Design of horizontal and vertical alignments for rail tracks

Requirements

• microstation
• inroads
• cad
• railroad design
• 3+ years
• communication

What You Bring

-Perform a variety of routine tasks, which provide familiarity with the programs, staff, and operating procedures of the company -Construction experience is a plus -Minimum of high school or technical school training with courses in computer-aided drafting or equivalent experience. -Potential for field construction management and inspection activities -Strong communication skills -3+ Years of Railroad civil design experience -Strong relationship builder -Microstation / Inroads proficient

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Benefits

-Our culture champions continuous learning and personal growth -Family Support: Paid maternity and parental leave to help you focus on what matters most. -Receive regular training to learn the design of freight rail projects -Fun Culture: LJA social events, employee sports teams, bring your kid to work day, etc. -Education Support: Tuition reimbursement and in-house courses provided by our Learning and Development team. -Referral Bonuses: Know great talent? Get rewarded for helping us grow. -Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) -Flexible Work Options: Schedules to help you balance life and work. -Community Impact: Company-sponsored volunteer days and philanthropic initiatives. -Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple plan options for health, dental, and pets. Along with mental health support. -Career Growth: Great internal mobility opportunities to advance your career. -Professional Development: Memberships to industry organizations to keep you connected and growing. -Generous Time Off: PTO, paid holidays, and a full office closure between Christmas and New Year’s.

About Lja

-LJA has built a reputation as a leading provider of engineering, planning, and consulting services. -The company offers innovative solutions across multiple sectors, including transportation, water resources, and land development. -LJA takes on complex projects, ranging from large-scale infrastructure to community-focused initiatives. -LJA's work is diverse, from designing efficient transportation systems to revitalizing water resources for sustainable communities. -Their portfolio includes impactful projects for municipal governments, private developers, and energy firms.

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