CAD Designer 1

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions seeks a CAD Designer 1 to create erection drawings representing EFCO forming systems for sales, manufacturing, and field operations. The role supports project objectives while growing drafting skills and understanding of EFCO equipment and engineering principles.

Responsibilities include producing basic erection drawings under supervision, assisting with equipment lists, and participating in training to enhance CAD capabilities.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent; drafting coursework preferred.
• Experience: Construction or engineering experience preferred.
• Software: Proficiency in basic CAD software.
• Other: Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Create basic erection drawings for standard and custom projects under supervision.
• Assist with equipment list setup and adjustments for assigned jobs.
• Participate in training programs and mentorship to improve CAD skills.

Skills

CAD software

Drafting

Mechanical aptitude

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Drafting coursework preferred

Job description

Purpose

The CAD Designer 1 role creates accurate erection drawings that visually represent EFCO forming systems for use in sales, manufacturing, and field operations. This role also supports project objectives while growing technical expertise in drafting, EFCO equipment, and engineering principles.

Key Responsibilities

Erection Drawings (70%)

• Create basic erection drawings for standard and custom projects under supervision.
• Ensure clarity and accuracy by following EFCO procedures, collaborating with engineers, and validating all design details.

Equipment Support (20%)

• Assist with equipment list setup and adjustments for assigned jobs.
• Support alignment with project specs and priorities across districts through strong organizational awareness.

Learning and Development (10%)

• Participate in training programs and mentorship to improve product knowledge and CAD skills.
• Use creativity to solve design challenges and support ongoing innovation initiatives.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing, to meet organizational goals and priorities.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Creativity: Generates innovative ideas and solutions to improve outcomes or processes.
• Organizational Awareness: Understands the company's structure, priorities, and how decisions impact the broader business.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
• Direction, Planning, Organization: Sets clear objectives, aligns efforts, and manages time and resources to achieve results.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required. Drafting coursework preferred.
• Experience: Construction or engineering experience preferred.
• Computer Skills: Proficiency in basic CAD software required.
• Other Requirements: Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required. Strong organizational and problem-solving ability.

Working Arrangement

• This role will support our Atlanta district office.