CAD Technician
About The Position
CAD Technician Location: 7001 East Fish Lake Road, Maple Grove, MN 55311 Primary Function: The CAD Technician performs drafting and design duties for medium/high voltage substation or transmission line projects. Assignments range from closely supervised (CAD Technician I) to independent and complex (CAD Technician IV) work, depending on level and experience. CAD Technicians may specialize in Electrical, Transmission, or Civil/Structural design. Duties & Responsibilities Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions: · Revise CADD drawings per engineering markups · Perform engineering support tasks under direct supervision (e.g. transmittals) · Learn and apply the corporate / client standard of drafting and engineering practices · Learn and properly use document management systems · Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work · Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party · Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments · Perform other duties as assigned Skill Progression CAD Technician I Entry-level; performs drafting duties under direct supervision. Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer (required); MicroStation and 3D CAD preferred. Fundamental understanding of drafting principles, geometry, and computer applications (Word, Excel, email). Demonstrates ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly. CAD Technician II Intermediate level; performs tasks under limited supervision. Proficient in revising drawings from markups, sketches, or verbal instructions. Working knowledge of substation terminology, standards, and document management systems. Able to perform engineering support tasks independently and assist with project documentation. Demonstrates consistent quality, accuracy, and understanding of client and corporate standards. CAD Technician III Advanced level; performs complex drafting and limited design work with minimal supervision. Extensive knowledge of corporate and client standards, CAD software, and substation systems. Expert-level proficiency with AutoCAD; familiarity with MicroStation and 3D modeling preferred. Capable of mentoring junior staff and contributing to CAD standards development. Understanding of industry standards (ANSI, ASCE, ASTM, ACI, NEC, IEEE, NFPA). May assist with light design work and client communications.
Requirements
- Associates degree in drafting & design is required. A certificate in drafting & design with relevant work experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
- Experience with AutoCAD 2010 and newer is required.
- Basic drafting including drawing scales, drawing layouts (Paperspace/Modelspace), and accurately reproducing engineering markups
- CADD, word processing, spreadsheet, and e-mail software
- College level geometry
- Ability to work in a team environment
- Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with co-worker
- Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Microstation preferred but not required
- 3D CADD experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Revise CADD drawings per engineering markups
- Perform engineering support tasks under direct supervision (e.g. transmittals)
- Learn and apply the corporate / client standard of drafting and engineering practices
- Learn and properly use document management systems
- Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work
- Bring potential project-related problems and possible solutions to the attention of the responsible party
- Travel out of town for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- PPO and HDHP medical options with FSA or HSA
- Dental and vision insurance
- Supplemental life, short-term disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity coverage
- Life insurance, AD&D, long-term disability, and employee assistance plan (no cost to employee)
- 401(k) plan with immediate vesting
- Employee Assistance Program
- Additional benefits and wellness programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
