Associate Engineering Technician – CAD

Trilon Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

2d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Associate Engineering Technician – CAD Are you eager to work on diverse construction and engineering projects? Fehr Graham is a fast-growing Midwest engineering and environmental firm looking for a motivated Associate Engineering Technician eager to tackle a wide range of projects using CAD software. If you’re hungry for knowledge, ready to make a difference and dedicated to providing personalized attention to our clients, we want you on our team. What’s in it for you? We offer an exciting and engaging work environment where every day brings challenges and opportunities. As one of our engineering technicians, you’ll have the chance to grow professionally and make a real impact on the communities where our clients live and work. We take pride in delivering exceptional service and building trust with our clients. We believe in the power of talented professionals who bring passion to their craft. Where you’ll work The position is based in our Cedar Rapids, Iowa, office. At Fehr Graham, we believe in work-life balance, and that includes injecting a healthy dose of fun into everything we do. It’s even part of our Core Values! We celebrate milestones and enjoy friendly team-building activities and office outings after work. A happy and engaged work team is a successful one. Each of our offices brings an environment filled with positive energy and enthusiasm. We encourage our teams to connect on multiple levels and support each other’s personal and professional growth.

Requirements

An associate degree in Drafting, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology or related field from a technical college or institution is preferred.
Experience with AutoCAD Civil 3D in professional or academic settings is strongly preferred.
Understand civil engineering drawings, roadway design, grading and utility plans.
Have strong attention to detail and the ability to organize and manage drawing files.
Be able to learn quickly and follow established drafting standards.
Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
Be motivated to grow in a consulting environment.

Responsibilities

Prepare detailed engineering drawings, plans, exhibits and graphics using AutoCAD Civil 3D.
Assist project engineers and senior designers with drafting for roadway, utility, grading, site development and transportation projects.
Incorporate redlines, design challenges and quality control corrections into plans.
Set up sheets, perform basic design layouts, and follow drafting standards and templates.
Organize files, maintain drawing documentation and assist with deliverable coordination.
Support design teams with data entry, quantity takeoffs, exhibits and presentation materials.
Collaborate with engineering, surveying and construction teams to ensure accurate drawings.
Assist with occasional field verifications or site documentation.
Participate in project meetings and support multidisciplinary collaboration.