Bridge Structural CAD Designer — BIM & OpenRoads Expert

Jacobs; Sacramento (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs in California is seeking a Structural CADD Designer to deliver bridge and transportation projects across the state. You will develop detailed drawings, collaborate with engineers, and support design through construction documents using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD.

This role offers a hybrid work model with offices in multiple CA locations. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of experience, strong CAD skills, and familiarity with Caltrans standards, contributing to state and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology, or related field.
• 5-7 years of bridge or transportation structural drafting and design experience.
• Proficiency with MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer.
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Civil3D.
• Experience developing bridge plans and structural details for transportation projects.
• Familiarity with Caltrans drafting standards and design practices.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary project teams.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed structural and bridge design drawings using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer and AutoCAD environments
• Produce plans, elevations, sections, details, and quantity calculations for transportation structures
• Collaborate with structural engineers to prepare construction documents and design deliverables on a wide range of projects including new build, replacement, and rehabilitation
• Coordinate multidisciplinary designs with roadway, drainage, utility, and geotechnical teams
• Ensure design quality and compliance with client standards and project requirements
• Participate in BIM and digital delivery initiatives across projects
• Support project schedules and deliverables while maintaining quality standards

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in Drafting, Engineering Technology

Tools

MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Civil3D

Job description

Jacobs in California is seeking a Structural CADD Designer to deliver bridge and transportation projects across the state. You will develop detailed drawings, collaborate with engineers, and support design through construction documents using MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, and AutoCAD.

This role offers a hybrid work model with offices in multiple CA locations. Ideal candidates have 5–7 years of experience, strong CAD skills, and familiarity with Caltrans standards, contributing to state and