CAD Technician - Water/Wastewater

Jacobs; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off (starting at 17 days per year)

Job summary

Jacobs is seeking a CADD Technician in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to join our design team. The role involves creating sketches, models, and drawings for municipal water and wastewater treatment projects. You'll work closely with project management and engineers to produce accurate design models using a variety of CADD software.

The ideal candidate will have an associate degree in mechanical drafting, experience with industry-standard CADD platforms, and strong communication skills. Competitive benefits and salary range from $65,000 to $100,000 annually.

Qualifications

• Experience with water and wastewater systems design drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs.
• Deadline-oriented mindset and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop sketches, models, and drawings for water/wastewater projects.
• Provide accurate design models and drawings using CADD software.
• Collaboration with CAD Designers and Engineers.

Skills

2D and 3D computer-aided design

Strong communication skills

Familiarity with CAD standards

Education

Associate degree in mechanical and computer drafting

Tools

AutoCAD

Autodesk REVIT

Bentley MicroStation

OpenBuildings Designer

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Job Overview

As a CADD Technician within our design team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, you’ll play an active role in creating solutions on our municipal water and wastewater treatment projects. You will develop sketches, models, drawings, and construction documents to support our projects, working with CAD Designers, Engineers, Project Management and leadership to provide accurate design models and drawings for various facility design projects using CADD software common to the water and wastewater industry.

What you’ll need

• An associate degree from an accredited technical institution or college in mechanical and computer drafting, or a similar program
• Experience with 2D and 3D computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) platforms common in the infrastructure design and construction industry, such as AutoCAD, Autodesk REVIT, Bentley MicroStation, and OpenBuildings Designer
• Experience with water and wastewater systems design drawings
• Familiarity with CAD standards
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Preferred qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, a detail‑oriented work approach, and a focus on delivering work products that are clear, accurate, and of high quality
• Ability to work and thrive in a team environment and individually
• Deadline‑oriented mindsetExperience in mechanical, electrical, and/or instrumentation and controls drafting
• Hands‑on mechanical skills through educational, professional, or personal experience that can be leveraged into the design and construction for municipal projects

Benefits

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid time off (starting at 17 days per calendar year), seven paid holidays, caregiver leave, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount, as well as legally mandated benefits.

Salary

The base salary range for this position is $65,000.00 to $100,000.00; however, it will be paid hourly based on hours worked. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.