Structures CAD Technician

Parametrix • Reno, NV

16d • $60,000 - $110,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are looking for a Structures CAD Technician to join our Southwest Transportation team. In this role, you will help develop engineering plans, drawings, and construction documents for bridges and other transportation structures that support safe, reliable infrastructure in the communities we serve. This position will be hybrid, supporting our California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico offices.

Requirements

• Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of CAD design or drafting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MicroStation or Civil 3D; experience with OpenRoads or InRoads is beneficial.
• Previous experience supporting transportation, bridge, or structural engineering projects preferred.
• Experience preparing plans for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, or similar transportation structures preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering markups and technical information and translate them into clear, accurate drawings.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to learn and grow as a drafter.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for bridge, retaining wall and other structural transportation projects.
• Prepare and revise plan sheets based on engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines.
• Use MicroStation, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads to create and maintain project drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines to support drawing reviews and incorporate feedback to maintain accuracy, quality, and consistency.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree