Structural CAD Technician

Description

• Actively promotes and contributes to the successful completion of projects from initial concept, through the planning process to implementation.
• Coordinate and communicate with engineers and other designers to understand objectives and preferred methods.
• Work within MicroStation and ProjectWise following internal or client driven CAD standards.
• Works collaboratively in a team environment with other CAD Technicians and Engineers.
• Detail plan sheets for retaining walls, sound walls, culverts, bridges, and other facilities for highway transportation projects.
• Verify current client standard drawings are being used and current detailing and plan preparation manuals are utilized.
• Compiles data and performs dimensional and routine calculations required for the preparation of drawings.
• Prepares engineering drawings of plans, elevations, cross sections and details of bridge structures from rough sketches and/or from general engineering design information according to established standards and procedures.
• Prepare bridge layout and bridge details with minimal supervision or as directed by the project engineers and designers.
• Adhere to client-specific quality control process (CAD Standards).
• Set up project border files, reference (base) files, etc.
• Complete redlines for modification of existing plans and notes or preparation of new details or design elements with minimal direction from engineers, designers, senior cad technicians, or CAD Manager.

Requirements

• Local candidates are preferred.
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools
• Capable of recognizing discrepancies with strong attention to detail.
• 1-5 years of prior structural /civil engineering projects CAD related experience
• Practical knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation design software
• Experience working with ProjectWise platform.
• Civil drafting background with underground utility experience, or structural detailing experience
• Strong organizational skills, ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demonstrate a flexible approach to work assignments, and time management.
• Able to work with engineers and other CAD staff in collaboration for successful project development and deliverables.
• Utilize practical knowledge of CADD/MicroStation software and design standards and procedures towards preparation of civil and structural engineering drawings.
• Demonstrate ability to understand and maintain CAD/MicroStation standards based on client and project requirements.
• Should be able to work under minimal supervision and be able to organize and perform tasks necessary to complete assigned projects successfully.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance