CAD Technician

ferrovial; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Ferrovial is seeking a CAD Tech to support TDOT transportation projects by producing, coordinating, and QC-ing CAD drawings and digital deliverables. You'll work under the BIM Manager to maintain consistent production across internal teams and external consultants, ensuring standards are met.

The role requires an associate degree or technical CAD certification and at least five years of CAD production experience on civil infrastructure or transportation projects, with proficiency in Bentley

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of CAD production experience on civil infrastructure or transportation projects.
• Associate degree or technical certification in CAD, Drafting and Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field.
• Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer for transportation

Responsibilities

• Produce, update, and coordinate transportation CAD drawings, sheets, exhibits, and digital deliverables in accordance with TDOT standards, project requirements, and approved production workflows.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of project CAD standards, including workspace configuration, worksets, libraries, plotting resources, and production templates under the direction of the BIM Manager.
• Perform CAD quality checks to verify file structure, naming, references, levels, annotation, geospatial settings, title blocks, plotting, and overall compliance with TDOT and project standards.
• Coordinate with internal disciplines, external consultants, Document Control, and project leadership to communicate CAD requirements, resolve production issues, and close review comments before milestone submissions.
• Support ProjectWise workflows, including controlled file creation, attributes, folder structure, reference integrity, version coordination, troubleshooting, and user support.
• Manage PDF review packages in Bluebeam Revu, including markups, overlays, comparisons, comment tracking, and incorporation of approved review comments into source files.
• Use and coordinate survey, terrain, geospatial, and existing DGN source information while preserving data accuracy, coordinate integrity, and reference consistency.
• Prepare coordinated model views, visualization exhibits, quantities, tables, schedules, and graphical materials when required to support design production and project reviews.
• Provide CAD onboarding, technical assistance, and focused training to project personnel and consultants to promote consistent and compliant production practices.
• Monitor TDOT software, workspace, and digital delivery updates and support approved implementation without disrupting active project production.

Education

Associate degree or technical certification in CAD, Drafting and Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field

Tools

Bentley MicroStation

OpenRoads Designer

Job description

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity

Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people's lives? At Ferrovial , we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Ferrovial is also leading the development of the New Terminal One at JFK International Airport. Ferrovial shares trade under the ticker symbol FER on two stock markets: Nasdaq in the U.S. (Nasdaq100 Index) and the Spanish Stock Exchanges (IBEX 35). Ferrovial is included in globally recognized sustainability indices such as the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 22,000 professionals worldwide. Ferrovial's activity is carried out through our business units, including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy.

Ferrovial Construction is internationally recognized for its capacity to design and build civil engineering and construction projects, mainly in large transportation infrastructure. Its track-record to date includes more than 304 miles of tunnels, 11,930 miles of roads (including 2,485 miles of highways), 2920 miles of railroad lines (including 434 miles of high-speed railroads) and 16,994 miles of road maintenance and repair.

Why Ferrovial?

• Global presence, local impact : Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference.


• Collaborative excellence : Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued.


• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation.


• Career growth : Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth.


• Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing : Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health.


• Productivity tools : Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency.

Job Description:

Position Summary: The CAD Tech supports TDOT transportation projects by producing, coordinating, and quality-checking CAD drawings, digital models, and project deliverables in accordance with approved standards and workflows. Working under the direction of the BIM Manager or project technical lead, the role helps maintain consistent, compliant, and efficient CAD production across internal teams and external consultants.

Job Responsibilities:

• Produce, update, and coordinate transportation CAD drawings, sheets, exhibits, and digital deliverables in accordance with TDOT standards, project requirements, and approved production workflows.


• Support the implementation and maintenance of project CAD standards, including workspace configuration, worksets, libraries, plotting resources, and production templates under the direction of the BIM Manager.


• Perform CAD quality checks to verify file structure, naming, references, levels, annotation, geospatial settings, title blocks, plotting, and overall compliance with TDOT and project standards.


• Coordinate with internal disciplines, external consultants, Document Control, and project leadership to communicate CAD requirements, resolve production issues, and close review comments before milestone submissions.


• Support ProjectWise workflows, including controlled file creation, attributes, folder structure, reference integrity, version coordination, troubleshooting, and user support.


• Manage PDF review packages in Bluebeam Revu, including markups, overlays, comparisons, comment tracking, and incorporation of approved review comments into source files.


• Use and coordinate survey, terrain, geospatial, and existing DGN source information while preserving data accuracy, coordinate integrity, and reference consistency.


• Prepare coordinated model views, visualization exhibits, quantities, tables, schedules, and graphical materials when required to support design production and project reviews.


• Provide CAD onboarding, technical assistance, and focused training to project personnel and consultants to promote consistent and compliant production practices.


• Monitor TDOT software, workspace, and digital delivery updates and support approved implementation without disrupting active project production.

Job Qualifications:

• Associate degree or technical certification in CAD, Drafting and Design Technology, Civil Engineering Technology, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.


• Minimum of five years of CAD production experience on civil infrastructure or transportation projects, preferably for highways, bridges, or DOT programs.


• Proficiency with Bentley MicroStation and OpenRoads Designer for transportation