CAD Technician / Modeler

STV Incorporated; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 93,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Professional Licensure Support

Job summary

STV is seeking an experienced CAD Technician / Modeler to join our New Jersey transportation team. You will create and develop construction drawings and 3D models using Bentley and BIM technologies, coordinating with engineers and project teams to deliver client-ready designs.

The role requires an associate degree in drafting or related field (or equivalent experience) and at least 5 years of transportation drafting/modeling experience.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting & Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of transportation drafting and/or modeling experience.
• Proficiency with MicroStation, Revit, CAD/BIM standards and workflows.

Responsibilities

• Create and develop construction drawings and 3D models using CAD/BIM standards and client requirements.
• Prepare transportation design deliverables, including plans, profiles, sections, details, and exhibits.
• Coordinate CAD and BIM information with multidisciplinary project teams.
• Identify and resolve drawing and modeling issues with minimal supervision.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting project schedules and deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with client standards, workflows, and software environments.
• Support the production of accurate and high-quality project documentation.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Drafting & Design or related field, or equivalent experience

Tools

MicroStation Bentley

Revit

OpenRoads Bentley

OpenBridge Bentley

OpenRail Bentley

AutoCAD

Job description

CAD Technician / Modeler Location: New Jersey

STV is seeking an experienced CAD Technician / Modeler to join our New Jersey transportation team. In this role, you will support major highway and bridge infrastructure projects by creating high-quality drawings and 3D models using Bentley and BIM technologies. You will collaborate with engineers, designers, and project teams to develop deliverables that meet client standards and project requirements. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented professional who enjoys working on complex transportation projects and wants to contribute to the development of critical public infrastructure.

What You'll Do

Create and develop construction drawings and 3D models using established CAD/BIM standards and client requirements. Prepare transportation design deliverables, including plans, profiles, sections, details, and exhibits. Coordinate CAD and BIM information with multidisciplinary project teams. Identify and resolve drawing and modeling issues with minimal supervision. Manage multiple assignments while meeting project schedules and deadlines. Ensure compliance with client standards, workflows, and software environments. Support the production of accurate and high-quality project documentation.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications Associate degree in Drafting & Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience. Minimum of 5 years of transportation drafting and/or modeling experience. Strong experience with:

• MicroStation Bentley modeling tools
• Revit
• CAD/BIM standards and workflows
• Plan, detail, and presentation development

Ability to work independently and efficiently solve technical challenges. Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience working within project-specific CAD/BIM environments and software workspaces.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting projects for:

• New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT)
• New Jersey Turnpike Authority (NJTA)
• NJ Transit
• Other major transportation agencies

Proficiency with:

• AutoCAD
• MicroStation Bentley
• OpenRoads Bentley
• OpenBridge Bentley
• OpenRail Bentley
• software certifications are a plus.

Why Join STV?

Work on large-scale transportation and infrastructure projects that impact communities throughout the region. Collaborate with experienced transportation professionals across multiple disciplines. Gain exposure to advanced CAD, BIM, and digital delivery technologies. Be part of a team-focused environment that values innovation, quality, and professional growth.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $92,510.00 - $105,125.00

STV offers the following benefits:

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Back-Up Dependent Care
• Parental Leave
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more at stvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.