CAD Technician - DHI Engineering

D. R. Horton

Knoxville (TN)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flex Spending Accounts

Life & Disability Insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A major U.S. homebuilder seeks a CAD Technician to provide design and drafting support for engineering projects. The role involves utilizing Civil 3D for construction drawings, making modifications as directed, and working collaboratively with engineers. Ideal candidates will have an associate degree and proficiency in CAD software, especially Autodesk Civil 3D. Candidates should demonstrate attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Excellent benefits included in the offer.

Qualifications

Experience with residential land development or commercial site projects preferred.
1-2 years of experience in relevant projects is desirable.
Ability to travel overnight and work overtime.

Responsibilities

Provide design and drafting support for various engineering projects.
Utilize Civil 3D for drafting and annotation of construction drawings.
Complete redline modifications to existing drawings as directed.

Skills

Proficient in Autodesk Civil 3D

Collaboration and teamwork

Attention to detail

Proficiency with MS Office

Education

Associate degree or equivalent from a technical school

Certification in CAD software

Tools

Civil 3D

AutoCAD

Esri ArcGIS

Job description

Job Description - CAD Technician - DHI Engineering (2601618)

Job Description

Description

D.R. Horton, Inc., the largest homebuilder in the U.S., was founded in 1978 and is a publicly traded company on the New York Stock Exchange. It is engaged in the construction and sale of high quality homes designed principally for the entry-level and first time move-up markets. The Company also provides mortgage financing and title services for homebuyers through its mortgage and title subsidiaries. Please visit our website at www.drhorton.com for more information.

D.R. Horton, Inc. is currently looking for a CAD Technician. The right candidate will provide design and drafting support on a variety of engineering projects related to underground utility and pavement infrastructure for residential and commercial site developments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform routine assignments that require judgment in resolving issues or making recommendations
Utilize Civil 3D program to perform accurate drafting and annotation of construction drawings and exhibits
Complete redline mark-up modifications of existing construction drawings as directed by Senior Designer or Project Manager
Produce topographical profiles, alignments, cross sections, surfaces, earthwork volume calculations, and grading plans with assistance from Senior Designer or Project Manager
Prepare quantity take-offs from conceptual drawings and final construction plans using Civil 3D program, as well as hand calculations
Work under guidance of engineers or senior designers to complete assigned work within budgeted timeframes
Conduct all business in a professional and ethical manner to serve customers and increase the goodwill and profit of the company
Ability to work overtime
Ability to travel overnight

Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school
Certification in CAD software (demonstrated experience without technical degree or certification may be considered)
Working knowledge of Autodesk Civil 3D user interface and workflows including label styles, alignments, profiles, pipe networks, and data shortcuts as well as basic AutoCAD drafting functions such as annotation, sheet set manager, and xrefs
Solid understanding of the latest Autodesk Civil 3D software user interface and workflows
Provide attention to detail and thoroughness in completing multi-step tasks
Attention to detail and thoroughness in completing various design and drafting tasks
Excellent teamwork and communication skills to work in a fast-paced environment and sense of urgency to meet deadlines.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written oral form or via DRH applications
Proficiency with MS Office and email

Preferred Qualifications

1-2 years of experience working with residential land development or commercial site projects is preferred
Previous experience preparing complete construction drawing plan sets related to land development projects is preferred
Experience working with Esri ArcGIS or Geospatial data is a plus
Willingness to learn and expand responsibilities

Come join a winning team with a Fortune 500 company! We are growing fast and are looking for enthusiastic attitudes and team players to join our success. We offer an excellent benefits package including: