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CAD Designer

Avcon, Inc.

The Role

Overview

Create and manage CAD construction drawings for civil engineering projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • cad drafting
  • map creation
  • quantity takeoffs
  • design standards
  • permit submittals
  • site safety

Tasks

As part of a design team, the CAD Designer will be responsible for the preparation of construction drawings for projects, including but not limited to, infrastructure planning and design, stormwater design and permitting, pavement evaluations and design, site and facilities design, commercial site development layouts, utility system design, and related services. Duties also include preparation of project specifications and assembling permit submittals (City, County, and State). Position will provide exposure to Site Development, Municipal, Aviation, and Department of Defense projects. This position is based in Birmingham, Alabama. As dictated by client site protocol, candidate will be required to utilize proper personal protective equipment including but not limited to gloves, sleeves, leather protectors, hard hats, safety vests, safety glasses and shields, hearing protection, safety shoes, covers, helmets/hoods, and any additional tools required for the task at hand. -Create maps, graphs, charts, overlays, base drawings, details and sketches. -Technical development of contract plans and marketing exhibits. -Support the engineering team with CAD knowledge. -Recommend standards and symbols to meet specialized needs of a particular project, or to facilitate or improve CAD productivity. -Maintain current knowledge of design and drafting procedures in specialty field. -Perform mathematical calculations and quantity takeoffs. -Organize and prepare a variety of complex layouts and drawings from written or verbal specifications or from rough or detailed sketches. -Follow CAD standards for the project established by the client, firm, and industry. -Complete red line mark-ups and address design comments related to the site layout and details. -Develop CAD drawings for assigned department. -Create plans independently and under direction from senior staff. -Maintain project drawing files. -Use basic quantity and geometry calculations in creation of drawings.

Requirements

  • civil 3d
  • autocad
  • ms office
  • 3 years
  • high school
  • detail oriented

What You Bring

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to ten (10) pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus. -Proficiency with Civil 3D. -Minimum three years of experience in civil engineering drafting and design. Airport, transportation, or land development experience, desired. -Ability to work calmly and effectively in a high-volume office environment under pressure of heavy deadlines. -Ability to organize work, set priorities, pay attention to detail, and follow-up on assignments with minimal supervision. -High School Diploma or equivalent. -Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect privileged client information and documents appropriately. -Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with all levels of employees, management, and clients. -Proficiency with MS Outlook, MS Excel, and MS Word. -Knowledge of correct English usage including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary. -Proficiency with AutoCAD. -Valid drivers' license and maintenance of satisfactory driving record.

Benefits

Work usually takes place in a clean, pleasant, and comfortable office setting. Site visits may occasionally take place in an outdoor environment.

The Company

About Avcon, Inc.

-with a vision to shape the future of engineering, has grown into a trusted partner in multiple industries -focuses on offering state-of-the-art solutions in infrastructure, transportation, and utilities -expertise is demonstrated through its involvement in large-scale projects that drive economic and community development -portfolio includes key infrastructure projects such as highways, bridges, and transportation systems -work spans across both public and private sectors, providing tailored solutions that meet complex demands -solid reputation for high-quality service delivery, has been a pivotal player in regional and national projects -known for innovative problem-solving and a commitment to technical excellence, continues to push boundaries in the industry

Sector Specialisms

Commercial

Infrastructure

Aviation

Transportation

Civil Engineering

Airport Design

Pavements

Utilities

Structural Systems

Construction Management

Planning

Environmental Approvals

Public Involvement

Right-of-Way Issues

Site Development Engineering