Drafter l

NV5 • Phoenix, AZ

13d • $18 - $22

About The Position

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work. As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives . The entry-level Computer Aided Drafter/Designer learns to be proficient in preparing construction drawings and documents for multiple systems, including natural gas transmission and distribution pipelines, substation, underground, and overhead electrical projects including physical layouts, elevations, schematics, and wiring diagrams . Technicians develop a basic understanding of project requirements. This role works on a team with designers and engineers applies information electronic drawing files.

Requirements

• 0-2 years’ experience in the utility, electrical, or civil industry
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Positive attitude, able to collaboratively work with others
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant software
• Fundamental training in the use of computer-aided drafting software, including CAD Suite, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Revit

Nice To Haves

• Certificate of Training in technical drafting or equivalent work in an engineering environment
• Experience drafting civil or utility drawings
• 1-2 years of AutoCAD Civil 3D experience

Responsibilities

• Use computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD & AutoCAD Civil 3D, and MicroStation, as well as technical handbooks, utility standards, tables, and calculators
• Confer with design engineers and other staff members to resolve problems and create construction documents
• Learn to prepare quantity take-offs in a professional and organized manner
• Work under the direction of senior designers and engineers
• Meet client and NV5’s requirements and standards
• Manage and maintain design records and files
• Learn to complete as-built drawings
• Gain confidence in ability to fulfill assignments that require independent judgment and evaluation
• Able to work semi-independently with little supervision
• Develop career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced designers and engineers

Benefits

• NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees