CAD Technician, Structural Steel

Contech Engineered Solutions • Greeley, CO

37d

About The Position

At Contech Engineered Solutions we foster a positive and collaborative work environment where teamwork is at the forefront. As a Structural Steel Designer, you will play a vital role in providing design and drafting services utilizing Tekla model-based construction software. Your work will support the engineering, production, and sales staff. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of engineering solutions for short to medium span bridge projects for national clients. As a Structural Steel Designer, you will:

Requirements

• Associates degree in Drafting, Engineering, or AutoCAD.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret site plans, with knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the civil engineering field.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Tekla or related programs, experience in the steel industry preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Excellent mathematical skills and demonstrated attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt to changes, delays, and unexpected events.
• Strong ability to read and interpret documents, technical manuals, site plans, and engineering concepts.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Civil Engineering, architectural, or construction experience preferred.
• Strong technical skills, including proficiency in current versions of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Tekla or related programs, experience in the steel industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and Drafting: Utilize custom programs to independently create detailed drawings and, when necessary, bills of material for the manufacture and installation of our products.
• Critical Dimensions: Review design information, site plans, and manuals to determine critical dimensions for designs.
• Software Expertise: Utilize applications such as Tekla, AutoCAD, and Excel to complete drawings within project deadlines.
• Collaboration: Submit and review drawings with peers as needed. Collaborate with the design staff to determine design requirements, modifications, and resolve issues.
• Quality Assurance: Efficiently produce accurate drawings for review and approval by the design staff.
• Project Prioritization: Prioritize assigned projects based on due dates.
• Standardization: Develop and maintain standard and custom details for all product families.
• Communication: Serve as an interface between commercial operations, fabrication plant managers, customer service representatives, and structural engineers when necessary.
• Field Visits: Occasionally visit manufacturing facilities or product installation sites.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of achieving your professional goals without compromising your personal life.
• Career Growth: Join an industry leader known for its world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to new heights.
• Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a competitive benefits package with options that cater to you and your family's needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees