CAD Technician-CC

Pike; Littleton (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Massachusetts seeks an entry-level drafting technician to support the creation of electrical, mechanical, and civil drawings. This role involves working closely with engineers to produce scaled drawings while developing valuable technical skills in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a strong foundational background in AutoCAD, effective communication, and problem-solving abilities, ready to start their engineering career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1-2 years of training at a technical school or equivalent experience.
• Proven AutoCAD and/or Microstation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide diagrams, schematics, layouts, and drawings to scale.
• Perform mathematical, geometrical, and minor engineering computations.
• File drawings and maintain catalogs of engineering data.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microstation

Communication

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years technical school training

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