CAD Drafter/Designer, Co-Op or Internship at Dennis Group in Springfield, MA | Kablio

Role

Description

cad drafting

design coordination

drawing qc

regulation compliance

task management

client coordination

Manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
Assist Construction Managers with coordination issues in the field.
Ensure drawings comply with building regulations and architectural standards
Analyze available information to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete design drawings
Create design drawings with CAD software both in 2D and 3D formats, at the direction of Engineers and more Senior Designers
Work with client and engineering disciplines to define requirements in the preparation of design and construction documents
Read architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, and piping plans.
Coordinate with Designers, Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers to produce design drawings per project specifications.
Research CAD drafting / designing best practices
Prepare documents to a level consistent with set quality standards while maintaining project schedules
Check finished drawings against markup and CAD Standards
Take responsibility for the development and coordination of small drawings sets.

Requirements

revit

inventor

autocad

plant3d

bim360

bachelor's

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Revit and Inventor experience a plus
Work or school experience in AutoCAD, Plant3D, CADWorx or similar programs
Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Up to 20% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Design or a related field.
Travel to client construction sites will be required of this position, approximately 20% of the year.
Work with BIM360, Navisworks and MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel), CAD, AutoCAD 2020 and Plant 3D
Work or school experience in a computer-aided drafting and design setting
GPA = 3.0 (minimum)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

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Company

Overview

Founded in 1987

Year Established

Began operations in a Springfield, MA attic and has since grown into a global leader.

750 Professionals

Global Team Size

The team spans multiple continents and handles large-scale projects.

$1.3B Annual Volume

Project Value Range

Total value of projects completed annually across various regions.

$1M-$1B Builds

Project Size Range

Facility build costs range from modest to extremely large-scale.

A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities.
Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup.
High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker.
Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins.
Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.

Culture + Values

Be Responsible and Trustworthy: Let honesty and fairness guide your actions.
Prioritize Safety: On site or in the office, safety is a key responsibility.
Thrive as a Community: When we help and include each other, we all flourish.
Deliver Value: Be thoughtful, efficient, and innovative to provide the best possible value.
Build Lasting Relationships: Relationships are the glue that holds Dennis Group together.
Be Agile: Respond rapidly by keeping an open, solution‑focused mind.

Environment + Sustainability

500,000 Gal

Rainwater Reuse

Rainwater reuse system collects and recirculates water for sustainable use in facilities.

100% Renewable Electricity

Energy Transition

Example project achieved 100% renewable electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

34% Emissions Reduction

Carbon Efficiency

Zero-waste-to-landfill plant reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 34%, powered entirely by renewables.

130 Tons/Day

Food Waste Recycling

Anaerobic digester processes food waste, generating biogas for energy and reducing landfill waste.

Commitment to “Triple Bottom Line”: economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility in all projects.
Member of U.S. Green Building Council with full‑time director of sustainability and LEED‑accredited staff on board.
Projects include LEED‑certified facilities (Silver, Gold) with features like rainwater reuse and low‑VOC materials.
Energy audits, carbon‑reduction master planning, GHG emissions reporting, and rebate‑qualified efficiency upgrades are core services.

Inclusion & Diversity

3.8/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion Score

The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 3.8/5 based on employee reviews.

4.0★ Asian

Employee Demographic Score

Asian employees contributed an average rating of 4.0 stars out of 5 based on 8 reviews.

4.2★ White

Employee Demographic Score

White employees contributed an average rating of 4.2 stars out of 5 based on 15 reviews.

3.9★ LGBTQ+

Employee Demographic Score

LGBTQ+ employees contributed an average rating of 3.9 stars out of 5 based on 21 reviews.

An Employee Resource Group empowers women and allies through networking and leadership development.

Articles

Company Overview

Careers

Role

Description

cad drafting

design coordination

drawing qc

regulation compliance

task management

client coordination

Manage multiple tasks and meet established deadlines
Assist Construction Managers with coordination issues in the field.
Ensure drawings comply with building regulations and architectural standards
Analyze available information to determine and plan the best approach to develop and complete design drawings
Create design drawings with CAD software both in 2D and 3D formats, at the direction of Engineers and more Senior Designers
Work with client and engineering disciplines to define requirements in the preparation of design and construction documents
Read architectural drawings, mechanical/electrical/plumbing drawings, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), equipment layouts, and piping plans.
Coordinate with Designers, Architects, Engineers, and Project Managers to produce design drawings per project specifications.
Research CAD drafting / designing best practices
Prepare documents to a level consistent with set quality standards while maintaining project schedules
Check finished drawings against markup and CAD Standards
Take responsibility for the development and coordination of small drawings sets.

Requirements

revit

inventor

autocad

plant3d

bim360

bachelor's

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Revit and Inventor experience a plus
Work or school experience in AutoCAD, Plant3D, CADWorx or similar programs
Experience with design of Food and Beverage processes a plus
Must be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.
Up to 20% travel required to visit project site and other offices.
Sophomore, Junior or Senior pursuing an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Design or a related field.
Travel to client construction sites will be required of this position, approximately 20% of the year.
Work with BIM360, Navisworks and MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel), CAD, AutoCAD 2020 and Plant 3D
Work or school experience in a computer-aided drafting and design setting
GPA = 3.0 (minimum)

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Founded in 1987

Year Established

Began operations in a Springfield, MA attic and has since grown into a global leader.

750 Professionals

Global Team Size

The team spans multiple continents and handles large-scale projects.

$1.3B Annual Volume

Project Value Range

Total value of projects completed annually across various regions.

$1M-$1B Builds

Project Size Range

Facility build costs range from modest to extremely large-scale.

A global design-build specialist focusing solely on food and beverage processing facilities.
Offers end-to-end services from feasibility studies to construction startup.
High-profile clients include Keurig Dr Pepper, SunOpta, Meati Foods, and Smucker.
Known for innovative plant designs such as vertical-farming salad facilities and fermentation plants for alternative proteins.
Ranked the top food & beverage design firm nine years straight by Engineering News-Record.

Culture + Values

Be Responsible and Trustworthy: Let honesty and fairness guide your actions.
Prioritize Safety: On site or in the office, safety is a key responsibility.
Thrive as a Community: When we help and include each other, we all flourish.
Deliver Value: Be thoughtful, efficient, and innovative to provide the best possible value.
Build Lasting Relationships: Relationships are the glue that holds Dennis Group together.
Be Agile: Respond rapidly by keeping an open, solution‑focused mind.

Environment + Sustainability

500,000 Gal

Rainwater Reuse

Rainwater reuse system collects and recirculates water for sustainable use in facilities.

100% Renewable Electricity

Energy Transition

Example project achieved 100% renewable electricity, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

34% Emissions Reduction

Carbon Efficiency

Zero-waste-to-landfill plant reduced Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 34%, powered entirely by renewables.

130 Tons/Day

Food Waste Recycling

Anaerobic digester processes food waste, generating biogas for energy and reducing landfill waste.

Commitment to “Triple Bottom Line”: economic prosperity, environmental stewardship, social responsibility in all projects.
Member of U.S. Green Building Council with full‑time director of sustainability and LEED‑accredited staff on board.
Projects include LEED‑certified facilities (Silver, Gold) with features like rainwater reuse and low‑VOC materials.
Energy audits, carbon‑reduction master planning, GHG emissions reporting, and rebate‑qualified efficiency upgrades are core services.

Inclusion & Diversity

3.8/5 Rating

Diversity & Inclusion Score

The company has a Glassdoor Diversity & Inclusion rating of 3.8/5 based on employee reviews.

4.0★ Asian

Employee Demographic Score

Asian employees contributed an average rating of 4.0 stars out of 5 based on 8 reviews.

4.2★ White

Employee Demographic Score

White employees contributed an average rating of 4.2 stars out of 5 based on 15 reviews.

3.9★ LGBTQ+

Employee Demographic Score

LGBTQ+ employees contributed an average rating of 3.9 stars out of 5 based on 21 reviews.

An Employee Resource Group empowers women and allies through networking and leadership development.

Articles

Company Overview

Careers