CADD Designer/Technician

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a CADD Designer/Technician in Idaho to prepare detailed drawings for concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls, and related structures using AutoCAD and MicroStation. You will develop details for bridges spanning simple to complex concepts and collaborate with engineers on highway and railway projects.

The role requires an Associate or technical school degree, proficiency in CAD software and Microsoft Office, and a meticulous, independent work style.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed drawings, layouts and sketches for bridges and related structures using CAD software.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work style

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or technical school degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?
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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

As a CADD Designer/Technician, we will count on you to:

Prepare detailed drawings, layouts and sketches for conventional concrete and steel bridges, retaining walls and miscellaneous structures using computer-aided design software.

Develop details for simple to potentially complex concrete and steel bridges which may include prestressed concrete, cast-in-place concrete, steel plate girder, and box culverts.

Typical projects will be for highway and railway projects.

Demonstrate ability to work independently with direction from supervisor and engineers.

Perform other duties as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Knowledge of standard CAD Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts, workflows and deliverables
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment

As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

Highway + Road

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Bridges and Structures

Job Posting

Aug 14, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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