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Computer Aided Design Technician

Dashiell Corporation

The Role

Overview

Draft electrical/substation and transmission line drawings using CAD under supervision.

Key Responsibilities

  • cadd drafting
  • document management
  • engineering support
  • drawing revision
  • quality assurance
  • standards compliance

Tasks

Perform drafting duties using basic drafting skills and techniques for medium/high voltage substation or transmission line drawings. Assignments are closely supervised and are designed to develop the employee’s understanding of drafting techniques, corporate/client standards, and procedures. CAD Technician’s will either be dedicated to Electrical, Transmission, or Civil/Structural design projects. -Perform engineering support tasks under direct supervision (e.g. transmittals) -Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party -Learn and apply the corporate/client standard of drafting and engineering practices -Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work -Learn and properly use document management systems -Revise CADD drawings per engineering markups

Requirements

  • autocad
  • microstation
  • 3d cadd
  • associate degree
  • drafting
  • communication

What You Bring

Associate degree in drafting & design is required. A certificate in CAD drafting & design with relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of an associate degree. Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please. -Experience with AutoCAD 2010 and newer is required. -This position requires minimal physical effort. -Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with co-workers -College level geometry -Ability to work in a team environment -Basic drafting including drawing scales, drawing layouts (Paperspace/Modelspace), and accurately reproducing engineering markups -Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments -Experience with Microstation preferred but not required -Must be able to endure prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer for a minimum of 8 hours a day -May occasionally lift up to 25 pounds at a time. -3D CADD experience preferred but not required -Must be able and willing to travel overnight for trainings and/or meetings as required (10%) -CADD, word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software

Benefits

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

The Company

About Dashiell Corporation

-Specializes in the electrical infrastructure sector, offering services across design, construction, and long-term operations. -Projects span various industries, with a particular focus on utilities, energy, and industrial sectors. -Known for delivering complex, large-scale projects involving high voltage systems, substations, and transmission lines. -Works closely with a diverse range of clients, including government agencies, utility companies, and private industries. -Has a strong track record of successful project completions on time and within budget.

Sector Specialisms

Electric Utility

Power Generation

Industrial

Renewable Energy

Substations

Transmission Lines

High Voltage

Medium Voltage

Utilities

Visa Sponsorship

-no visa sponsorship; must be authorized to work in us permanently.