CAD Designer

$79,000 - $97,000/Yr

Dudek - Encinitas, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Encinitas, CA

501-1,000 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Dudek is seeking a talented and experienced CAD Designer to join their environmental and engineering consulting firm. The role involves preparing construction bid documents for public sector water-related infrastructure design projects, including mechanical pump station design, water storage facilities, and wastewater treatment plant design. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with project managers and engineers to ensure accurate and timely completion of design projects, utilizing AutoCAD and Civil 3D to develop detailed CAD drawings.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the proposal stage of projects by estimating CAD related workload and opportunities for increased efficiency and development of CAD deliverables.
• Utilize AutoCAD and Civil 3D to develop detailed CAD drawings for public sector construction bid documents.
• Work closely with project managers and engineers to ensure accurate and timely completion of design projects.
• Research client/agency CAD design requirements and confirm design files to the requirements, for example structured layering, pen tables, line weights, line types, etc.
• Set up backgrounds, existing utility research, record drawing review, plotting and base mapping.
• Utilize existing design details, templates, tools as needed to efficiently develop plans.
• Coordinate with other design team members to ensure consistency and accuracy in project documentation.
• Review and revise drawings as needed based on feedback from engineers and clients.
• Ensure all designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and project specifications.
• At project completion, transfer client supplied red-line markups to the final record drawing CAD files.
• Maintain organized project files and documentation.

Requirements

• 8+ years of CAD experience in Civil and Mechanical disciplines.
• Graduation from certified CAD training program or a technical/Associates degree in engineering or related field.
• Full understanding and highly proficient in latest version of AutoCAD and Civil 3D.
• Familiarity with civil and mechanical engineering symbols, plans, and other related drawings.
• Strong understanding of construction bid documents and public sector project requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in drafting and design.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-deadline changing environment.

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of California Mechanical Code.
• Knowledge of water/wastewater industry.
• Knowledge of the design/layout of electrical design plans.
• Experience with GIS Software.
• Interest in guidance, mentoring, training of other staff in CAD design.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance