CAD Technician

Parametrix • Seattle, WA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Parametrix is seeking a CAD Technician to join their Greater Washington Community Building team. This role involves developing engineering plans, drawings, and construction documents for site development projects. The position offers hybrid work flexibility and may support projects and teams throughout the Greater Washington region. The CAD Technician will be responsible for developing CAD plans, details, and layouts for various civil site development projects, preparing and revising plan sheets for grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and other site improvements. They will translate engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines into clear and accurate drawings using programs such as Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads. The role also includes coordinating with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines, assisting with organizing drawing sets, maintaining drafting standards, and supporting project deliverables.

Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of CAD design or drafting experience, preferably supporting civil site development projects.
• Proficiency in one or more of the following programs: Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, or InRoads.
• Experience preparing plans for grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, or other site improvements.
• Ability to interpret engineering markups and technical information and translate them into accurate, well-organized drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and an interest in continuing to learn and grow professionally.

Nice To Haves

• Versatility across multiple platforms is highly valued.
• Experience with Autodesk Revit is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for a variety of civil site development projects.
• Prepare and revise plan sheets for grading, drainage, utilities, roadways, and other site improvements.
• Translate engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines into clear and accurate drawings.
• Use programs such as Civil 3D, MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads to create and maintain project drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines to support drawing reviews, incorporate feedback, and maintain quality and consistency.
• Assist with organizing drawing sets, maintaining drafting standards, and supporting project deliverables.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

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