CAD DesignerJoin GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment, where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity to the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver to the core traits that guide GPD group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.For more than 60 years, GPD Group has been providing architectural, engineering and planning services to clients across the United States. With a diverse team of over 700 professionals working in 13 different offices, it is our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose that unites us.GPD is currently seeking a
CAD Designer for our Telecom team in our
Youngstown, OH office location.
The ideal candidate will possess: - 0-5 years of experience.
- Experience in supporting architects and engineers in design and documentation for project work.
- Experience in developing construction documents and engineering reports in the fast-paced multi-site industry.
- Associates degree of Civil Engineering Technology or Construction Technology required.
- Bachelor's degree of Civil, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering Technology will also be considered.
- AutoCAD experience required. Bluebeam and MS Office products experience preferred.
- Field survey and construction administration experience preferred.
- Regular travel for site visits is required. Travel to sites will mainly be in the Midwest market but at times could be regional. Locations can vary from urban buildings and utility poles to rural and remote.
- Ability to think critically and be resourceful in an independent travel setting.
- Ability to work within a team environment working with individuals from various offices and in various disciplines through all phases of design.
- Ability to communicate directly with clients.
- Have a working knowledge of codes, standards, and building construction methods.
- Must be organized and possess strong communication skills and professional writing skills
- Valid Driver's License is required.
- Successful completion of required drug screening.
Responsibilities will include: - Travel and field work in the Midwest area to collect data for planning purposes to develop construction documents. Travel throughout east coast and midwest.
- Translate and interpret field data into design solutions and create construction documents.
- Engineering design and documentation with an emphasis in Telecom projects.
- Project planning with manager and team.
- Preparation of construction documents based upon field surveys, available resources and client requirements using AutoCAD.
- Technical problem-solving.
- Develop calculations, diagrams and models to support technical solutions.
- Collaboration with all disciplines and stakeholders.
- Researching design solutions and products.
- Permitting research, submittals, and follow-up.
GPD believes passionately that everyone on our team knows that they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put the time and effort in to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and in your benefits offering. GPD offers a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes: - Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
- Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
- Vacation & Sick Time
- Professional Development Support
- And much more...
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