Senior Structural CAD Technician

Volkert Inc • Houston, TX

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About The Position

We are currently searching for an experienced Senior Structural CAD Technician to support our Southwest Region located in Texas. Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities. At Volkert, we pride ourselves on providing all of our employees with competitive compensation, positive work/life balance, and professional development opportunities, as well as fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in all of our offices nationwide.

Requirements

• Associate degree from a technical or four-year school
• 10+ years of prior experience with structural and/or roadway drafting
• Under 10 years experience will be evaluated if applicant has a degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field
• Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field is preferred
• Familiar with Microstation and GEOPAK
• Familiar with TxDOT Bridge Detailing Manual and TxDOT Bridge Standards
• Experience in Open Road Designer is preferred
• Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment
• Valid driver’s license
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to engineers using OpenBridge Designer to create bridge detail plans and perform minor design work on bridge projects
• Contribute to project production sheets by adding dimensions and laying out plans, title and detail sheets on production sets of plans
• Prepare minor mathematical calculations and quantity calculations for roadway/bridge projects
• Work with engineers to develop 3D models using both Open Road Designer and Open Bridge Designer
• Research applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design compliance
• Research design options and documents findings
• Coordinates assignments with project team and supervisor
• Perform quality control reviews of design plans and calculations
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Be a team player and assist other groups as needed

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Student Debt Retirement Match
• Additional voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees