CAD Project Engineer — Sports Field Design

Shaw Contract EMEA; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Shaw Sports Turf is seeking a CAD Project Engineer to transform project plans and creative field concepts into technical drawings, layouts, and manufacturing instructions for synthetic turf fields. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations and Manufacturing while developing hands-on CAD, field layout, turf systems and project execution experience.

This entry-level position is designed to build the skills needed to independently manage increasingly complex projects and gain

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Design or related field.
• Entry-level to 3 years CAD drafting experience.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication.
• Ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Create shop drawings, field renderings and tufting instructions for synthetic turf projects with guidance from experienced team members.
• Prepare quantity takeoffs and material calculations to support accurate project planning.
• Review project plans, specifications and scopes of work to help ensure designs meet project requirements.
• Learn sports field layouts, dimensions, governing standards and Shaw Sports Turf product systems.
• Support assigned distributor accounts and assist with project execution.
• Help design and execute Game On field projects, building experience with customized field graphics, markings and layouts.
• Partner with Sales, Operations and Manufacturing to move projects from concept to finished product.
• Maintain accurate project information, distributor notes and supporting documentation.
• Continue developing expertise in AutoCAD, internal systems and project workflows.
• Take on increasing project ownership as your technical knowledge and experience grow.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Learning agility

Reading plans and drawings

Education

Associate’s degree in Drafting, Engineering Technology, Design or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Shaw Sports Turf is seeking a CAD Project Engineer to transform project plans and creative field concepts into technical drawings, layouts, and manufacturing instructions for synthetic turf fields. You will work cross-functionally with Sales, Operations and Manufacturing while developing hands-on CAD, field layout, turf systems and project execution experience.

This entry-level position is designed to build the skills needed to independently manage increasingly complex projects and gain