CAD Drafter

In-Office Position
General Summary:  The CAD Drafter is responsible for developing and revising drawings for utility design, permit applications, and telecommunications.  The CAD Drafter successfully plots drawings; learns and follows company and client drafting standards and procedures; submit permit applications to regional transportation departments.  The CAD Drafter will assist technical teams of Designers and Engineers.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist with preparing drawings and revising existing engineering drawings.
2. Assist with preparing and revising plot drawings.
3. Responsible for adhering to company and client drafting standards and procedures.
4. Assist in drafting design and documentation for various projects.
5. Research solutions to project concerns and recommend solutions to design and permitting problems.
6. Use CAD Software for Client projects after being trained.
7. Interpret and incorporate design codes and specifications related to design requirements.
8. Organize and maintain all revisions of project drawings, plot files and project-related information are stored in a logical and well-structural manner.
9. Execute changes to designs or sketches and redlines or mark-ups on ongoing projects.
10. Work with leaders and team members to facilitate/support internal change efforts to increase organizational effectiveness.

This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:   

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must currently be eligible to work in the United States of America.
• High School Graduate or GED, documentation required.
• College degree or some college course work in drafting technology or specialized CAD certification, preferred.
• 1+ years of relevant drafting experience.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize new CAD software programs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with others including, but not limited to Project Managers, Engineers, and Designers in a multi-discipline project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States, without sponsorship.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged sitting and standing required.
• Occasional need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to always handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and Company needs.

Environmental/Working Conditions:

• Works in a routine office environment.
• Ability to work extended hours, as needed.
• Travel may be required