Wastewater Treatment

Freese and Nichols•Houston, TX

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Freese and Nichols is seeking a BIM/CAD Designer to join our Houston, Texas office. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects within our Water/Wastewater Treatment group. The CAD design work will include preparation of construction drawings for water and wastewater treatment plants, elevated storage tanks, pumping stations, and utility projects. Types of drawings needed are site plans, process flow diagrams, P&IDs, hydraulic profile, mechanical plans, sections and details which include mechanical equipment, piping systems, supports and instrumentation. The candidate must work well as part of a design team and communicate effectively. Candidate should have a positive attitude, a high attention to detail, a desire to produce quality work, and a strong work ethic. During the interview process, the candidate may be required to participate in a short and facilitated AutoCAD or Revit skills assessment. At the heart of our culture is our LEADS values (Learn continuously, Engage as family, Act with integrity, Deliver quality, and Serve always). Each year, our employee engagement survey confirms that our leaders and our employees live our values. We strive to be the firm of choice for clients and employees through innovative approaches, practical results, and outstanding service. For more than 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our communities need: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. Freese and Nichols is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based upon race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Freese and Nichols is a professional planning, consulting and engineering firm serving clients across the United States. With client service and continuous improvement in mind, we plan, design and manage sustainable water and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

8+ years with a broad base in engineering design and technical support of engineering.
Advanced expertise in computer operation and in CAD software.
Proven ability to learn, adapt, and problem-solve to produce accurate and quality deliverables.
High School diploma or equivalent.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in BIM/CAD drafting and design
Experience using Revit

Responsibilities

Understands project requirements, scope, and deliverables, making informed decisions trusted by engineers.
Provides conceptual input during project planning and identifies areas for quality improvements.
Prepare detailed drawings and layouts, applying theoretical and practical engineering knowledge.
Performs design tasks requiring fundamental engineering concepts with minimal direction.
Coordinate with design teams, stakeholders, and other disciplines to ensure seamless project execution.
Ensures deliverables meet professional standards, performing BIM/CAD quality control and continuous improvement.
Utilizes company CAD standards, maintains drawing files, and supports best practices.
Acts as a liaison between CAD Managers and users, assisting in implementing company policies and new technologies.
Participates in hiring processes, training, and mentoring team members.
Focuses on self-development, efficiency, and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package
paid overtime for salaried employees
annual bonus
access to company cabins in Red River, New Mexico
flexible work environment which includes a hybrid schedule with up to 40% of remote work
alternative work schedule program which provides a day off every other Friday

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