CAD Designer 1

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Life and AD&D insurance

401k options

PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

10 paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

A leading construction solutions provider in California seeks a CAD Designer 1 to create accurate erection drawings and support project objectives. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, experience in construction or engineering, and proficiency in CAD software. This position requires strong organizational skills and creativity. Benefits include medical insurance, 401k options, and PTO. This role is 100% onsite in Fresno, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; drafting coursework preferred.
• Construction or engineering experience preferred.
• Proficiency in basic CAD/Revit software is required.
• Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Create basic erection drawings under supervision.
• Ensure accuracy by validating design details.
• Assist with equipment list setup.
• Participate in training and mentorship programs.
• Use creativity to solve design challenges.

Skills

Proficiently uses CAD/Revit software

Mechanical aptitude

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Drafting coursework preferred

Tools

CAD software

Job description

CAD DESIGNER 1

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don’t just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

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.

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/Revit software required.
• Other Requirements: Mechanical aptitude and basic math skills required. Strong organizational and problem-solving ability.

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Fresno, CA office.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k options
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 10 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program

EFCO Culture and Safety

Act with INTEGRITY by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for QUALITY through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace INNOVATION by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver SUPER SERVICE by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee’s employment term, at the sole discretion of management.

Quality | Integrity | Innovation | Super Service