CADD Technician

HDR, Inc.; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee ownership

Benefits package

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a CADD Technician in the Bellevue, WA area to support highway and road design projects. You will draft and modify drawings under supervision, utilizing AutoCAD and MicroStation, with exposure to Open Roads Designer and Civil3D as preferred tools.

The role emphasizes accuracy, organization, and collaboration within HDR's employee-owned culture. A technical degree and CAD proficiency are required, with opportunities to contribute to infrastructure projects across multiple

Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree or equivalent.
• Proficiency with CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc).
• Familiarity with engineering workflows and deliverables.

Responsibilities

• Perform discipline-specific drafting assignments under supervision of an Architect/Engineer or other professional.
• Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps and graphics using CAD software.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Team collaboration

Education

Associate or technical school degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Open Roads Designer

Civil3D

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?

We believe transportation is more than movement, it's the foundation of connected, thriving communities. As part of HDR's Transportation Business Group, you'll help shape the systems that move people and goods safely, efficiently, and sustainably. From designing resilient highways and iconic bridges to advancing transit, passenger and freight rail, aviation, federal transportation ports and marine infrastructure, your work will directly support economic vitality, public safety, sustainable and resilient communities and quality of life. We bring together planners, engineers, architects, construction management staff, environmental, strategic communications, economists, management consultants and specialists across disciplines to solve complex mobility challenges with innovation, technical excellence, and a deep understanding of community needs. Whether you're modernizing aging infrastructure or pioneering next-generation transportation solutions, your contributions will help define the future of mobility. This isn't just a job, it's a chance to lead progress, drive meaningful impact, and leave a legacy of smarter, more connected transportation networks. We are all employee-owners at HDR, which is the foundation of our collaborative culture that connects employees around the world.

Watch Our Story: https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story

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.

In the role of CADD Technician, we'll count on you to:

• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments requiring application of standardized drawing techniques, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps and graphic representations of engineering designs using computer-aided design software
• Perform other duties as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity and demonstrated experience with Highways and Roads engineering software such as Bentley Open Roads Designer and/or Autodesk Civil3d is a plus.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to handle multiple assignments.

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.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary and part-time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Bellevue/Seattle/Everett: $24.07 - $34.39 Spokane/Olympia: $20.06 - $28.66

Primary Location: United States-Washington-Bellevue

Other Locations: United States-Washington-Everett, United States-Washington-Spokane, United States-Washington-Olympia, United States-Washington-Seattle

Industry: Highway + Road

Schedule: Full-time

Employee Status: Regular

BusinessClass: Highways

Job Posting: Oct 6, 2026