Journey CADD Drafter

CDM Smith; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith India in Chennai is seeking an experienced CADD draftsman/engineer for transportation infrastructure projects. You will prepare near-complete engineering drawings in MicroStation under limited supervision and coordinate with the project team.

The role requires a Engineering degree, 6+ years of MicroStation experience with 3+ years of 2D drafting on international projects; Middle East/UAE experience is preferred. Travel: none.

Qualifications

• Good communication skills with strict attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to be a team player and contributor to the overall team.

Responsibilities

• Prepares near complete sets of engineering and construction drawings for transportation infrastructure.
• Preparation of utility drawings such as utility corridor layouts, protection details, utility cross sections and NOC drawings.
• Performs basic discipline related design tasks.
• Performs CADD/technical support tasks such as plotting drawings, assembling drawing packages, preparing transmittals, file management and printing.
• Performs basic engineering calculations under direct supervision.
• Supports field assignments as required.
• References information from vendor prints, catalogs, technical manuals, etc.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Engineering degree or diploma

Tools

MicroStation

Revit

Civil 3D

Microsoft Office

Job description

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Job Description

Job Objective

Performs a variety of moderate to difficult CADD drafting assignments in the transportation sector using the Microstation application under limited to moderate supervision, and in accordance with the firm, client, and/or industry standards and procedures.

• Prepares near complete sets of engineering and construction drawings related to transportation infrastructure which may include multiple views, detail drawings, general arrangement/layout drawings where minimal information is provided by rough sketches and/or verbal outlines of requirements.
• Preparation of Utility drawings such as utility corridor layouts, protection details, utility cross sections and NOC drawings.
• Performs basic discipline related design tasks as directed.
• Performs related CADD/technical support tasks such as plotting drawings, assembling drawing packages, preparing transmittals, preparing overnight packages, file management and/or filing prints, distributing drawings, making simple calculations, proofreading reports, coordinating PDR/EDR and/or specifications with drawings, etc.
• Performs basic engineering calculations and decisions using accepted formulas and references, as needed and under direct supervision.
• Supports field assignments as required.
• References information from vendor prints, catalogs, technical manuals, etc.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills & Abilities

Good communication skills with strict attention to detail.

Demonstrated ability to be a team player and contributor to the overall team.

Possesses strong knowledge of MicroStation and basic knowledge of Revit/Civil 3D applications.

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office for design-related tasks primarily within the CADD environment.

Qualifications

Degree/Diploma in Engineering.

6+ years of related experience in transportation infrastructure related CADD drafting using Microstation with 3+ years of 2D drafting in international projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Middle East/UAE projects.

Experience in preparing Utility drawings such as utility corridor layouts, protection details, utility cross sections and NOC drawings

Can guide a team of CAD drafting technicians including supervision and quality control

Amount of Travel Required

No Travel is required

Background Check and Drug Testing Information

CDM Smith Inc. and its divisions and subsidiaries (hereafter collectively referred to as “CDM Smith”) reserves the right to require background checks including criminal, employment, education, licensure, etc. as well as credit and motor vehicle when applicable for certain positions. In addition, CDM Smith may conduct drug testing for designated positions. Background checks are conducted after an offer of employment has been made in the United States. The timing of when background checks will be conducted on candidates for positions outside the United States will vary based on country statutory law but in no case, will the background check precede an interview. CDM Smith will conduct interviews of qualified individuals prior to requesting a criminal background check, and no job application submitted prior to such interview shall inquire into an applicant's criminal history. If this position is subject to a background check for any convictions related to its responsibilities and requirements, employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history. Criminal history will not automatically disqualify a candidate. In addition, during employment individuals may be required by CDM Smith or a CDM Smith client to successfully complete additional background checks, including motor vehicle record as well as drug testing.

Additional Pay Range Information

CDM Smith is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This pay range is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels for the geographic location assigned to the position. In addition to geographic location, a candidate’s salary is determined by several other factors including, but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, relevant work experience, skills, required certifications, and education/training.

Additional Compensation

All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Visa Sponsorship Available

No - We are not open to sponsoring for this position