Dam and Levee CAD Technician/Designer
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Dam and Levee CAD Technician/Designer

Freese and Nichols

Location: Fort Worth,TX, USA

Date: 2024-12-14T20:33:29Z

Job Description:

Freese and Nichols' is searching for an advanced CAD Technician or CAD Designer experienced in AutoCAD Civil 3D to contribute to rewarding projects in our water resources design group. The candidate will produce 3D models, drawings, and details for heavy civil infrastructure projects on riverbanks, coastal shorelines, dams, spillways, gates, levees, and other water resources structures. The candidate will assist with CAD workload coordination in the group, contribute to interesting projects, and work alongside other CAD technicians and designers, civil engineers, and project managers across the Water Resources Practice. Candidate must work well as part of a design team and communicate effectively. Candidates should have a positive attitude, a high attention to detail, a desire to produce quality work, and a strong work ethic. During the interview process, the candidate may be required to participate in a short and facilitated AutoCAD Civil 3D skills assessment. Compensation will be commensurate to experience.

In this role the candidate will utilize and interpret survey data. Develop complex 3D surfaces and models, cross-sections, grading, alignments and profiles for existing and proposed structures. Prepare accurate construction plans and details (or conceptual figures) with minimal input from Engineer. Interpret sketches and markups provided by design engineers. Collaborate with design engineers in the planning and production of complete set of drawings. Utilize Company CAD standards effectively in addition to update templates, styles, blocks, and any other CAD process for the water resources group's needs. Provide training and guidance to CAD Staff and engineers on drawing set production, as well as perform quality control on models, drawings, and received materials, such as from survey as well as for project CAD deliverables.

* May lead CAD activities on projects.

* May manage CAD Library for discipline.

* May manage CAD staff.

* Other duties as assigned. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties and activities may change at any time.

Qualifications

* 8+ years of experience with a broad base in engineering design and technical support of engineering.

* Advanced expertise in computer operation and in CAD software.

* Proven ability to learn, adapt, and problem solve to produce accurate and quality deliverables.

* Ability to work with all levels of personnel.

* High School diploma or equivalent.

* Experience with Microsoft Office Software, especially Excel and Word

Preferred:

* Associate degree in CAD

* Familiarity with Revit or MicroStation

About Freese and Nichols

At Freese and Nichols, everyone on our team gets to make a meaningful difference in our communities. For 130 years, we have been planning and designing the infrastructure our society needs: developing water supplies, designing roadways and bridges, preparing for natural disasters, and much more. We've built our business on long-term relationships with clients and employees alike, resulting in financial stability, career opportunities, and a nationally recognized workplace culture.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, 401(k) matching, paid overtime for salaried employees, tuition reimbursement, and much more. Our unique culture creates an environment for professional growth where we focus on caring for our clients, coworkers, and the communities where we work. Join our team of 1,000 employees as we continue to expand our services throughout the United States. Learn more about working here at freese.com/careers.

Freese and Nichols is firmly committed 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.

We recognize that our workforce reflects the increasingly diverse nature of our society, and we strive to take advantage of that diversity with both our external and internal customers. As a Federal Contractor, Freese and Nichols is an equal employment, affirmative action employer.

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