Bridge CADD Drafter

Arcadis; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 85,500 - 102,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Nine paid holidays

Job summary

Arcadis is looking for a self-motivated Bridge CADD Drafter to join their Ohio Bridge Group. This position focuses on assisting in the development of bridge and structural drawings, ensuring high quality deliverables. Candidates should have at least 15 years of CAD experience, particularly in Microstation, and familiarity with Ohio DOT standards.

The role offers competitive benefits, including medical, dental, 401(k), and 15 days of PTO. The salary range for this position is $85,500 to $102,600.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years’ experience required.
• Familiarity with Ohio DOT design standards preferred.
• Design Build experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop CADD Standard Operating Procedures for clients.
• Assist with training and onboarding new team members.
• Serve as a technical resource for plan production.

Skills

Proficient with CAD

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Microstation

Open Roads

Open Bridge

Job description

Role description

Arcadis is seeking a self‑motivated Bridge CADD Drafter to join our Ohio Bridge Group. In this position you will assist the team in the development of bridge and structural drawings to ensure high quality deliverables for multiple clients and have the opportunity to work on projects across the Southeast and Mid‑Atlantic regions.

Role accountabilities

• Develop CADD Standard Operating Procedures for state and local clients
• Assist with training and onboarding new team members
• Serve as a technical resource to assist others on the team with plan production
• Develop bridge plans utilizing Microstation and Open Bridge Modeler
• Perform structural and bridge design tasks, including bridge geometry calculations and quantity calculations
• Work on a wide variety of urban and rural projects from preliminary design through final structure plans
• Verify drawings for accuracy and assist in the review of project submittals for compliance with design checklists and drafting standards

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 15‑years’ experience
• Proficient with CAD, particularly Microstation, Open Roads, Open Bridge
• Familiarity with state design standards and policies, particularly Ohio DOT
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years’ experience in a consulting environment
• Design Build experience
• Experience with NCDOT, TDOT, GDOT, and/or FDOT bridge policies and procedures desired

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions, including medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401(k), STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program, and optional benefits such as wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance, and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $85,500 – $102,600.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non‑discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law.