CAD Designer

FlatironDragados

Portland (OR)

On-site

USD 73,000 - 76,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401(k) / RRSP

Medical and dental benefits

Wellness benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FlatironDragados is seeking a skilled CAD Designer in Portland, OR to join our construction team. You will create shop drawings, prepare preliminary designs, and verify layouts against project requirements under guidance from senior engineers.

The role requires a technical degree in CAD/Engineering, 4+ years CAD experience, and 3+ years in construction. Proficiency with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Revit is preferred. Benefits include solid compensation and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

Technical or associate degree in CAD/Engineering required.
4+ years of CAD experience required.
3+ years in Construction industry required.

Responsibilities

Create shop drawings with tolerances, dimensions, materials and data.
Prepare preliminary designs for review by Construction Engineer team.
Analyze sketches to determine best approach for drawings using internal software.
Identify locations/structures needing engineering.
Ensure drawings comply with engineering requirements and company standards.
Build detailed drawings describing construction design intent and critical elements.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Technical degree or Associate’s degree in CAD/Engineering or related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Overview

Creates layout drawings and schematic diagrams of projects into working documents. This role collaborates with Construction Engineers to prepare temporary works plans in accordance to applicable standards and codes, as well as company policies and procedures.

What you will be doing

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Under guidance from a Construction Engineer and/or Sr. CAD Designer, creates shop drawings including tolerances, dimensions, materials, and technical project data based on guidance and design specifications.
Prepares preliminary designs in accordance with construction means and methods to be reviewed and calculated by the Construction Engineer team.
Analyzes sketches, notes, and other input materials to determine best approach to complete drawings using internal software and programs.
Identifies locations and/or structures that need engineering.
Evaluates layout drawings at the direction of leadership to ensure drawings comply with engineering requirements, Company standards, and project contract specifications.
Builds detailed drawings to accurately and completely describe construction design intent and critical elements.
Calculates quantities and dimensions within procedural and standard practice limitations.
Maintains knowledge of Flatiron’s company values and strategic plan.
Maintains knowledge of Company’s values and strategic plan.
Performs additional assignments per management’s direction.

What we are looking for

Education and/or Experience

Technical degree or Associate’s degree in Computer Aided Design, Engineering, or related technical field required.
4+ years of experience with CAD required, inclusive of proficiency in using CAD software.
3+ years of experience within the Construction industry required.

Certifications and/or Licensing Requirements

AutoCAD certification preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of and ability to utilize AutoCAD.
Developing knowledge of and ability to utilize Civil 3D, Revit, and other 3D rendering software.
Knowledge of architectural and mechanical drafting tools.
Knowledge of heavy civil temporary works constructability and construction practices.
Knowledge of 2D and 3D presentation of designs.
Self-motivated and able to take direction from leaders to deliver upon objectives.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work with both internal and external stakeholders effectively and efficiently.
Ability to multi-task and keep self accountable for timely delivery of objectives.
Ability and desire to learn aspects of CAD design.
Ability to support team members in their learning & development and support the review of work products as needed.
Ability to present drawings and diagrams to teams/leadership as needed.