CAD Technician-CDT

Pike Electric, Inc.; Lawrenceville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering company is seeking an entry-level drafting professional to develop skills in producing various engineering drawings using CAD systems. The role involves performing under supervision to create detailed design drawings, manage data, and collaborate with a team in a supportive environment. Candidates with a technical education background, strong CAD skills, and a desire to learn are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1-2 years of training at a technical school or equivalent experience.
• Proven AutoCad and/or Microstation skills.

Responsibilities

• Create diagrams, schematics, and layouts according to clients' requests.
• Perform mathematical, geometrical, and minor engineering computations.
• File drawings and maintain catalogs of engineering data.

Skills

AutoCad

Microstation

PC/IT skills

Written communication

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1-2 years 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 computeraided 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