CAD Technician-CC

Pike Corporation; Exton (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering is seeking an entry-level CAD drafting assistant to develop skills in electrical, mechanical, or civil drawings under supervision. You will work with AutoCAD or MicroStation to create diagrams, layouts, and scaled drawings as requested by clients, while gaining experience in design data management and documentation.

The role emphasizes learning CAD workflows, collaborating with team members, and growing independence while performing routine drawing-related tasks.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of high school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of technical school training or equivalent experience.
• Proven AutoCAD and/or MicroStation skills.
• Strong PC/IT skills (Word, Excel, etc).

Responsibilities

• Produce diagrams, schematics, layouts, multi-view drawings to scale per client requests.
• Perform mathematical and geometrical computations as needed.
• Scale engineering drawings using CAD systems.
• Prepare detailed design drawings and specifications for civil/electrical equipment.
• File drawings, maintain catalogs of engineering data, and support routine drawing room tasks.

Skills

Self-motivated

Work independently

Team-Oriented

Customer Oriented

Good communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school training (1-2 years)

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

MS Office

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