Water/Wastewater CAD Designer

HDR • Fort Collins, CO

405d • $40,872 - $58,406

About The Position

The Water/Wastewater CAD Designer at HDR is responsible for developing designs and detailed drawings for civil design elements, specifically focusing on water and wastewater projects. This role involves utilizing Civil 3D and AutoCAD to create models and manage drawing production, ensuring adherence to HDR and client-specific CAD standards. The designer will work independently and collaboratively with engineers and other CAD team members throughout the design lifecycle.

Requirements

• Technical degree or a minimum of 3 years related industry experience.
• Technically qualified with 3D design software and document management infrastructure.
• Competency of Microsoft Office products and communication tools.
• Experience with 3D Coordination tools.
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits are essential.
• Intermediate understanding of engineering or architectural concepts.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree in Engineering Technology/CAD or similar degree with a minimum of 5 years equivalent professional CAD experience with AutoDesk certification.
• Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and the preparation of construction drawings.
• Civil drafting background with underground utility experience.
• Strong computer skills using Microsoft Office and Adobe/BlueBeam products.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong ability to follow written and oral instruction.
• Ability to professionally interact and work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Previous experience managing or mentoring CAD/design professionals.
• Facility (structural, piping and mechanical) experience a plus.
• Use of ArcGIS and experience with map development of utility infrastructure.
• Use of BIM, Revit, Navisworks and/or Autodesk Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop designs using Civil 3D models of pipe networks, grading, and similar civil design components.
• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts, & diagrams of civil design elements using AutoCAD C3D.
• Develop Civil 3D drawings and models applying HDR and client specific CAD Standards.
• Manage drawing production with support from CAD Technicians in delivery project construction documents.
• Lead the development and maintain project models throughout the design lifecycle including project information, surveys, coordinates, projections, scales, orientations, scope boundaries.
• Work independently to complete CAD and design assignments with direction from engineers and other CAD Designers.
• Coordinate designs and drawing elements with other CAD team members and interfacing disciplines.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time away
• Parental leave
• Paid holidays
• Retirement savings plan with employer match
• Employee referral bonus
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Associate degree