Autocad Designer

VSL Civil Construction; Dallas, Fort Worth (TX, TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Growth opportunities

Caring environment

Job summary

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES/VSL is seeking a CAD Technician to draft complex drawings of structures and equipment systems. This role can be seated at our Fort Worth, TX location with national travel 5-10% for coordination with engineers and shop teams.

Ideal candidates have 3-7 years of AutoCAD experience, strong ability to read structural drawings, and proficiency in Inventor/SolidWorks/BIM-Revit. Competitive benefits and a supportive, fast-paced environment await.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years experience with AutoCAD, preferably structural concrete drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand structural drawings.
• Strong communication skills, able to correspond well with Engineers and Clients.
• Able to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment.
• Proficient in Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, SolidWorks, BIM/Revit and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Drafting project and mechanical system drawings derived from layouts and sketches.
• Establishing and following technical specifications to prepare drawings and draft designs.
• Consulting with engineers regarding model accuracy and coordinating with shop team for material deliveries to job-sites.
• Determining material needs, performing necessary calculations, and tracking all material quantities.

Skills

AutoCAD

Structural drawings

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

BIM/Revit

MS Office

Job description

Structural Technologies is the exclusive licensee of VSL® post-tensioning systems in the United States. Structural Technologies is the single source for VSL® products and technical support in the United States - which have been used throughout the world since 1956 to build, repair and strengthen bridges, buildings, tanks, and special structures.

VSL Civil is currently recruiting for a CAD Technician to join our team. As a CAD Technician, you will be accountable for preparing complex drawings of structures and equipment systems.

This role can be seated at any of our current branch locations which includes the following.

• Fort Worth, TX

The successful candidate will also be responsible for:

• Drafting project and mechanical system drawings derived from layouts and sketches
• Establishing and following technical specifications to prepare drawings and draft designs
• Consulting with engineers regarding model accuracy and coordinate with shop team for material deliveries to job-sites
• Determining material needs, performing necessary calculations, and tracking all material quantities

Candidates who meet the following criteria may be considered for this position:

• 3-7 years experience with AutoCAD, preferably structural concrete drawings
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand structural drawings
• Strong communication skills, able to correspond well with Engineers and Clients
• Able to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment
• Candidates who are proficient in the use of Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, SolidWorks, BIM/Revit, and MS Office Suite may be given preference
• Travel nationally 5-10%

Our ideal candidate is an innovative but decisive leader who can work effectively in a highly collaborative, team-based environment; has the ability to set goals and expectations and hold others accountable; can encourage and mentor others; is approachable, empathetic and outgoing; can quickly gain trust and respect; and is able to establish and maintain relationships.

We anticipate pay for this role between $28-35/hour based off education, experience, and location.

STRUCTURAL TECHNOLOGIES/VSL is proud of a company culture that promotes 24/7 safety and quality. We offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, tuition reimbursement, career development and growth opportunities, and a caring work environment.