- Location
- Austin, TX
- Department
- IT
- Seniority
- Senior
- Experience
- 7+ years
- Education
- Associate
- Visa
- Not sponsored
- Source
- ApplicantStack
Description
As a Senior CAD Technician at Walker Partners, you will work alongside our experienced engineering and surveying teams and play a pivotal role in transforming engineering concepts into detailed, constructable, design drawings for large municipal water and wastewater infrastructure projects. As a valuable addition to our company, you will collaborate with our engineers and produce high-quality drawings that support the planning, design, and execution of systems including water distribution and transmission systems, pump stations, water treatment facilities, lift stations, wastewater collection systems, and wastewater treatment systems.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced CAD Technician looking to deepen their impact in the water/wastewater field in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. From start to finish, you’ll contribute to master planning efforts, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help ensure designs meet our Walker Partners’ quality goals as well as regulatory, operational, and constructability standards.
Responsibilities
» Use technical software, including but not limited to AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel, to prepare and quality-check detailed civil and process drawings for water and wastewater systems;
» Support engineering teams in the planning, layout, and design of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, piping systems, and civil site components;
» Work side-by-side with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to prepare construction drawings and details;
» Mentor and lead junior CAD staff on best practices and drafting standards;
Minimum Qualifications
» Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
» 7-10 years of experience in civil, mechanical, or process drafting/design, with a strong focus on water/wastewater infrastructure projects
» Experience in preparing process-related drawings such as P&IDs and piping schematics
» Working knowledge of design standards and permitting requirements in Texas
Skills Desired
AutoCAD Civil3D, Revit (or desire to learn), Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, water and wastewater CAD drafting, quantity take-offs, and plan checking (QA/QC)
During the interview process, the candidate may be required to participate in a short and facilitated AutoCAD Civil3D skills assessment.
About Us
Walker Partners is a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering and survey firm committed to strengthening the communities we call home. From cities and neighborhoods to universities and institutions, however you define community we're here to help. With five offices across Central Texas, our experienced engineering and surveying teams look beyond the bricks and boundaries to discover the right solution to help communities thrive now, and for future generations. Joining Walker Partners gives you the chance to build a career that empowers you to thrive with professional challenges, offers you a sense of belonging and purpose, and gives you the tools to create a world that is stronger and more sustainable.
Key Benefits
» Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
» Time off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
» Professional Development: Extensive internal training program and tuition reimbursement
» Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
» Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience
Walker Partners adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. However, applicants must be legally authorized to work for Walker Partners in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
This is a great opportunity for an experienced CAD Technician looking to deepen their impact in the water/wastewater field in a supportive and growth-oriented environment. From start to finish, you’ll contribute to master planning efforts, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and help ensure designs meet our Walker Partners’ quality goals as well as regulatory, operational, and constructability standards.
Responsibilities
» Use technical software, including but not limited to AutoCAD Civil3D, Bluebeam, and Microsoft Excel, to prepare and quality-check detailed civil and process drawings for water and wastewater systems;
» Support engineering teams in the planning, layout, and design of water and wastewater infrastructure, including treatment plants, pump stations, piping systems, and civil site components;
» Work side-by-side with project managers, engineers, and cross-functional teams to prepare construction drawings and details;
» Mentor and lead junior CAD staff on best practices and drafting standards;
Minimum Qualifications
» Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field
» 7-10 years of experience in civil, mechanical, or process drafting/design, with a strong focus on water/wastewater infrastructure projects
» Experience in preparing process-related drawings such as P&IDs and piping schematics
» Working knowledge of design standards and permitting requirements in Texas
Skills Desired
AutoCAD Civil3D, Revit (or desire to learn), Bluebeam, Microsoft Excel, water and wastewater CAD drafting, quantity take-offs, and plan checking (QA/QC)
During the interview process, the candidate may be required to participate in a short and facilitated AutoCAD Civil3D skills assessment.
About Us
Walker Partners is a Texas-based and Texan-owned civil engineering and survey firm committed to strengthening the communities we call home. From cities and neighborhoods to universities and institutions, however you define community we're here to help. With five offices across Central Texas, our experienced engineering and surveying teams look beyond the bricks and boundaries to discover the right solution to help communities thrive now, and for future generations. Joining Walker Partners gives you the chance to build a career that empowers you to thrive with professional challenges, offers you a sense of belonging and purpose, and gives you the tools to create a world that is stronger and more sustainable.
Key Benefits
» Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, Dental, and Vision options
» Time off: Vacation, sick leave, and holidays
» Professional Development: Extensive internal training program and tuition reimbursement
» Safe Harbor 401(k) plan
» Salary is competitive and commensurate with education and experience
Walker Partners adheres to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and prohibits employment discrimination for employees and applicants based on his or her age, race, color, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, citizenship, or because he or she is an individual with a disability, protected veteran or other status protected by federal, state, and local laws. However, applicants must be legally authorized to work for Walker Partners in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not typically sponsor H1-B or any other work visa petitions.
Skills
ExcelAutoCADRevit