Civil CAD Technician

Location Dallas
Discipline: Civil
Salary: $65,000-$90,000
Contact name: James Cheetham

Contact email: james.cheetham@lesterhamilton.com
Published: 13 days ago
Startdate: ASAP
​Qualifications
  • We are looking for a driven CAD Technician with interest and experience in Civil Engineering projects, such as infrastructure, utilities, water/wastewater works, site development, etc to support waste solutions

  • Associate Degree in Civil Engineering Technology, or a closely related field (degree requirement could be waived depending on experience)

  • 5 to 10 years of increasingly responsible civil engineering technician experience in the preparation of civil engineering plans and contract drawings using CAD

  • AutoCAD, Civil 3D, or Microstation experience  

  • Knowledge of fundamentals of engineering drafting design and land surveying

  • Experience using ProjectWise would be an asset

Responsibilities
  • You will help Jacobs advance the industry by delivering sustainable solutions that help our clients

  • You’ll connect with other Jacobs’ practitioners throughout the US and Canadian markets, to design innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients

  • You’ll be responsible for preparing drawings and sketches using CAD workstations while working closely with Design Engineers and Project Managers

  • Join us and we will assist in continuing the development of your skills and exploring all that you can do across our global company, with opportunities to share your knowledge along the way. 

  • Perform CAD work in a 3D environment using latest CAD software

  • Create detailed civil engineering plans and drawings using CAD software from sketches, layouts, or notes provided by engineers

  • Update CAD standard details

  • Organize and maintain CAD files

  • Produce drawing deliverables in electronic format (PDF) and paper copies

  • Participate in all phases of project delivery, under the direction of Engineers, Project Managers, and the Lead Designer

  • Review drawings for completeness

  • Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine and plan the best approach to develop designs with minimal supervision

  • Understand scope of works, required CAD Standards, and use good judgment to determine if the drawings will comply with the scope of work, known regulations, and client expectations