Cad Technician

Othon Engineering • Houston, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

OTHON Engineering is seeking a full-time, on-site CAD Technician for immediate employment at its Houston, Texas location. The role supports engineers and engineering technicians by producing and maintaining accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models for transportation and civil engineering projects. The technician collaborates with engineers to meet technical standards and project objectives, revises drawings based on reviews, redlines, and client feedback, maintains organized project documentation, and reviews other CAD technicians’ work for quality control.

The position involves producing drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and graphic representations for transportation clients using computer-aided drafting software. The technician assists task leaders, project engineers, and senior engineers in developing engineering plans and quantities for road, drainage, and traffic designs. Work may include traffic signals, illumination, and intelligent transportation systems, with opportunities to cross-train in roadway drainage, toll facilities, intersection improvements, pedestrian facilities, erosion control, traffic control, signing, pavement markings, and retaining walls. The role also contributes to the civil design and project development process, including resolving design problems and reviewing plans and preparing technical specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates. The position requires the ability to work independently and collaboratively, including under tight deadlines.

OTHON Engineering is a multi-discipline civil engineering firm founded in Houston in 1996. It provides design and related services in areas including roads and highways, bridges and structural engineering, high-speed rail, pumping and drainage networks, airports, municipal infrastructure, intelligent transportation systems, and construction management. The company offers a supportive environment and mentorship opportunities.

Requirements

• An Associate of Applied Science degree in Architectural Design Technology or another related field; or a high school diploma, CAD Drafting Certificate, and 2 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience.
• At least 1 year of experience with MicroStation CAD software.
• Applied knowledge of OpenRoads software.
• Ability to identify and resolve design issues effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with design and construction teams.
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

• Hands-on experience with Geopak.
• Interest in or experience with electrical infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Create accurate 2D and 3D CAD drawings and models based on project specifications and requirements.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure designs meet technical standards and project objectives.
• Revise drawings based on engineering reviews, redlines, and client feedback.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.
• Review other CAD technicians’ work as part of quality control.
• Produce drawings, layouts, sketches, maps, and graphic representations of engineering designs for transportation clients using computer-aided drafting software.
• Assist task leaders, project engineers, and senior engineers in developing engineering plans and quantities for road, drainage, and traffic designs.
• Provide drafting services that may include traffic signals, illumination, and intelligent transportation systems.
• Cross-train to assist with drafting for roadway drainage, toll facilities, intersection improvements, pedestrian facilities, erosion control, traffic control, signing, pavement markings, and retaining walls.
• Assist with civil design and detailed design implementation through the project development process, resolve design problems, review plans, and prepare technical specifications, contract documents, and cost estimates.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees and dependents.
• Health savings account (HSA) options.
• Company-paid life and disability insurance.
• Voluntary life insurance.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 529 education savings plan.
• Generous 401(k) company match.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree