CAD Technician

Pike Corporation; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A drafting and engineering firm in Fort Mill, SC is looking for an entry-level drafter to develop drafting skills under supervision. Responsibilities include creating diagrams, schematics, and detailed design drawings using AutoCad or Microstation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and some technical training with proven PC skills. Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities are essential. This is a great opportunity to begin your career in engineering drafting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years of technical training or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCad and/or Microstation is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagrams, schematics, layouts, and various drawings to scale.
• Perform mathematical and minor engineering computations.
• Create detailed design drawings according to specifications.
• File drawings and maintain engineering data catalogs.

Skills

Proven AutoCad skills

Proven Microstation skills

Strong PC/IT skills

Good written communication skills

Good oral communication skills

Good analytical skills

Good problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years of training at a technical school

Job description

Position Overview:

This is an entry level position which requires development of knowledge in specific area of drafting, e.g., electrical drawings, mechanical drawings, or civil drawings with the ability to operate a computer‑aided drafting (CAD) system. Work is performed under direct supervision and is revised, or spot checked while in progress. Problems are resolved by a higher-level employee or the supervisor. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their area of expertise, and the ability to work with greater independence.

Duties & Responsibilities

Under close supervision, will provide:

• Diagrams, schematics, layouts, multi-view, and various drawings to scale in accordance with clients' requests.
• Mathematical, geometrical, and minor engineering computations.
• To scale engineering drawings using computer aided drafting system
• Detailed design drawings and related specifications of civil/ electrical equipment according to engineering sketches, specifications, and related data and drawings to determine design factors such as size, shape, and arrangement of parts.
  • This would include structure, schematic, foundation, grounding, steel, layout, equipment, apparatus, wiring, panel, AC&DC, one lines, and other type drawings necessary to produce substation, relay, and line design job packages
• File drawings, maintain catalogs of engineering data, and perform other routine drawing room functions as required

Requirements

• Successful completion of high school diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of training at a technical school or equivalent experience
• Proven AutoCad and/or Microstation skills
• Strong PC/IT skills (i.e., Word, Excel, etc)
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Other Skills/Abilities

• Self-Motivated
• Work independently
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the production of engineering quality drawings

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company