CAD Technician, Structural Steel
About The Position
The CAD Technician, Structural Steel, provides design and drafting services using Tekla model-based construction software and other applications. The role supports engineering, production, and sales staff and contributes to engineering solutions for short- to medium-span bridge projects for national clients. The technician creates detailed drawings and, when necessary, bills of material for product manufacture and installation; reviews design information, site plans, and manuals to determine critical dimensions; and produces accurate drawings for design staff review and approval. The position also involves collaborating with peers and design staff, maintaining standard and custom product details, prioritizing projects by due date, and occasionally visiting manufacturing facilities or installation sites.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Drafting, Engineering, or AutoCAD.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret site plans, with knowledge of commonly used civil engineering concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Strong technical skills, including proficiency with current versions of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Tekla, or related programs.
- 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.
- Experience in the steel industry.
Responsibilities
- Use custom programs to independently create detailed drawings and, when necessary, bills of material for the manufacture and installation of products.
- Review design information, site plans, and manuals to determine critical dimensions for designs.
- Use Tekla, AutoCAD, Excel, and other applications to complete drawings within project deadlines.
- Submit and review drawings with peers as needed.
- Collaborate with design staff to determine design requirements, make modifications, and resolve issues.
- Produce accurate drawings efficiently for review and approval by design staff.
- Prioritize assigned projects based on due dates.
- Develop and maintain standard and custom details for all product families.
- Interface, when necessary, with commercial operations, fabrication plant managers, customer service representatives, and structural engineers.
- Occasionally visit manufacturing facilities or product installation sites.
Benefits
- Work-life balance.
- Career growth opportunities.
- Competitive benefits package with options for employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
