CAD Designer

Volkert; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CAD Designer to join their team, focusing on innovative natural gas pipeline projects. This role offers the flexibility of remote work from various locations, allowing you to contribute to meaningful projects that enhance infrastructure and sustainability. You will collaborate closely with engineers, ensuring design compliance and quality while utilizing your expertise in Autodesk Civil 3D. If you're passionate about making a difference in the field of design and engineering, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Flexibility and Work/Life Balance

Challenging Projects

Employee Referral Program

Professional Development

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D is essential for this role.
• Must have a strong background in natural gas pipeline projects.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to project production sheets and perform quality control reviews.
• Research design codes and collaborate with engineers on project goals.

Skills

Autodesk Civil 3D

Natural Gas Pipeline Experience

Safety Orientation

Effective Communication

Mathematical Calculations

Education

Associate Degree in Technical Field

Degree in Computer Aided Drafting

Job description

Are we the road to your future?

Volkert is employee owned and a Top 100 design firm, committed to providing clients with creative solutions for sustainability, including improvements to infrastructure, the environment, and natural resources. Founded in 1925, Volkert is celebrating a century of serving our employees, clients, partners, and communities.

We are currently searching for an experienced CAD Designer to support our design of natural gas pipeline projects located in Lexington, KY. This position can be remote from the following areas: Ann Arbor, MI, Detroit, MI, Pittsburgh, PA, or Atlanta, GA.

What you’ll be doing:

• Contribute to project production sheets by laying out plan, alignment, detail, and other sheets as necessary
• Use various methodologies and/or techniques to accurately label and add notation to sheets
• Prepare minor mathematical calculations and quantity calculations for pipeline/linear alignment projects
• Research applicable design codes and guidelines to ensure design compliance
• Research design options and documents findings
• Work directly with engineers to understand project goals and scopes
• Coordinate assignments with project team and supervisor
• Perform quality control reviews of design plans and calculations
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Work remotely across the company’s footprint of offices
• Assist adjacent groups remotely on an as needed basis

What you need to have:

• Experience in Autodesk Civil 3D is a requirement, include years of experience associated and a reference contact for quality of work confirmation.
• Must have natural gas pipeline experience
• Safety oriented
• Associate degree from a technical or four-year school
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening to ensure a safe and productive work environment. Volkert adheres to federal guidelines, which may include testing for substances such as marijuana. Please note that federal regulations may differ from state-specific guidelines.
• Valid driver’s license.
• A satisfactory motor vehicle report (MVR).
• Characteristics of a successful Volkert team member:
• Be a brand ambassador for the company who engages in diversity and inclusion
• Be self-motivated to meet individual goals and maintain accountability in a team environment
• Exercise initiative and independent judgement in the solution of work problems
• Be able to communicate effectively- verbal and written
• Be able to multi-task in a team environment
• Degree in Computer Aided Drafting or similar field, preferred
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environment

Volkert Perks:

• Competitive compensation
• Flexibility and a positive work/life balance
• Challenging and innovative projects
• Employee referral program
• Professional development
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan + employer matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Employer-Paid Life/AD&D insurance
• Employer-Paid short-term disability and long-term disability
• Wellness incentives
• Additional voluntary benefits

EOE-Race/Sex/Vets/Disabled

Volkert does not accept unsolicited resumes from headhunters, recruitment agencies or fee-based recruitment services.

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