CAD Technician

ORION•Houston, TX

10h

About The Position

This position is accountable for providing support to Engineers by preparing routine layouts, detail drawings, assembly drawings, sketches and diagrams. Projects may include bulk material handling facilities, bridge structures, cargo yards and cruise terminals. The incumbent will typically work with Junior Engineers, Engineers, Sr. Engineers, Principal Engineer and VP Engineering in day to day activities.

Requirements

Associate’s degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two year college or technical school or 2 year certificate and a minimum of 7 years of related work experience, preferably in a marine construction or heavy civil setting, with 5 years minimum proven work experience using Autodesk AUTOCAD. 3 years of work experience with Autodesk Civil 3D is preferred.
The incumbent must possess a mechanical aptitude with ability to complete basic mathematical calculations.
working knowledge detailing structural steel and reinforced concrete
working knowledge of civil site development (e.g. grading, slopes, surfaces creation/manipulations, volume calculations, sections, and general knowledge of survey procedures and respective data)
excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team environment
attention to detail
advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel
ability to introduce new ideas and CAD routines to enhance and improve some of the day to day operations
understanding and application of CAD standards
understanding of engineering design principles
good problem‐solving skills, analytical thinking
the ability to meet deadlines
The incumbent must have the ability to quickly learn the technical aspects of the business
be an effective communicator
have the ability to interface well with employees at all levels of the organization
possess a high degree of personal integrity
The Company expects and requires incumbent and each of its other employees to observe and fulfill the above and all other safety responsibilities and actively work toward maintaining a safe workplace. Failure to do so can result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment.
The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable workplace accommodation.
The individual must also be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment if required to work or visit the jobsite. This may include hard hat, safety glasses, respirators, ear plugs, steel-toed shoes, personal flotation devices, or other equipment as required by the work performed and location the work is being done.
The incumbent must possess the ability to remain calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident and as directed by the Safety Representative or other management personnel. Must be capable of evacuating the work area in a timely manner should an emergency situation arise.
In addition, the CAD Technician/Designer must also be capable of remaining calm during emergencies and respond appropriately as dictated by the circumstance of the incident.

Responsibilities

Works with the Engineering & Structural Design team to achieve departmental business goals and objectives.
Uses computer assisted design/drafting equipment and Autodesk AUTOCAD and Civil 3D software to develop civil and structural designs.
Prepares site plans, sections and details, and all design drawings.
Creates and revises engineering drawings (detail and assembly drawings).
Makes final sketch of proposed drawing, checking dimension of parts, material to be used, relations one part to another, and relation of various parts to the whole structure.
Draws finished designs from sketches
Updates Drafting and Engineering Standards.
Sets up and maintains an organized file system for production drawings.
Works with Engineer team members to assist in successful completion of design project objectives.
Responsible and accountable for incumbent’s own personal safety.
Responsible and accountable for the safety of all co-workers and any others incumbent comes into contact with.
Authorized and obligated to stop work on any task or series of tasks whenever an unsafe condition or situation is anticipated or is observed.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations and Company policies and procedures, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
Reports any and all violations of applicable laws, regulations or Company policies and procedures promptly, and is subject to appropriate disciplinary action (including dismissal) for failure to do so.
Performs other related administrative and technical duties as may be assigned or requested by immediate supervision (such as certification training, safety training, procedure review, etc.).