CAD Designer

Structural Technologies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 31,822 - 45,323; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k)

Paid holidays

Vacation

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Structural Technologies in Dallas, Texas, is seeking a CAD Technician to prepare complex drawings of structures and equipment systems. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of AutoCAD experience and a demonstrated ability to work under pressure.

This role requires strong communication skills to collaborate with engineers and clients. The compensation is competitive, with opportunities for medical insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and vacation.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years experience with AutoCAD, preferably structural concrete drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to read and understand structural drawings.
• Strong communication skills to interact with engineers and clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft complex drawings of structures and equipment systems.
• Establish and follow technical specifications for drawing preparation.
• Consult with engineers regarding model accuracy and materials.
• Perform necessary calculations and track material quantities.

Skills

AutoCAD

Structural Concrete Drawings

Communication Skills

BIM/Revit

Tools

Inventor

SolidWorks

MS Office Suite

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.

Position Overview

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:

• Manassas, VA
• Fort Worth, TX

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

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
• Proficiency in Autodesk AutoCAD Mechanical, Inventor, SolidWorks, BIM/Revit, and MS Office Suite may be given preference
• Travel nationally 5-10%

Desired Leadership Qualities

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.

Compensation

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

Benefits

• Medical and dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid holidays
• Vacation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career development and growth opportunities
• Caring work environment

EOE/M/F/D/V

Structural Technologies 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.

EOE/M/F/D/V