CADD Technician

HDR; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a dedicated professional in Houston, Texas, to join our Water Business Group. This role involves performing discipline-specific drafting assignments, preparing drawings using AutoCAD or MicroStation, and assisting the project team. An associate or technical school degree is required along with a strong attention to detail and organizational skills. This full-time position offers an opportunity to engage in meaningful work that advances public health and environmental sustainability.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree or relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of standard CAD software such as AutoCAD or MicroStation.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform drafting assignments using standardized drawing techniques.
• Prepare drawings and layouts using CAD software.
• Assist with additional duties as required by the project team.

Skills

Knowledge of standard CAD software

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or technical school degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected. We strive to empower every team member to bring authentic selves and novel ideas to work each day.

As part of our Water Business Group, you will help shape how communities manage water for generations to come. Your work will support safe drinking water delivery, wastewater treatment, sustainable water supply development, and flood control operations, directly advancing public health, environmental sustainability, and infrastructure resilience.

Responsibilities

• Perform discipline‑specific drafting assignments using 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 additional duties as required by the project team.

Required Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or a combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of standard CAD software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc.).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts, workflows, and deliverables.
• Commitment to actively participating in our employee‑owned culture.

Primary Location: United States – Texas – Houston
Other Locations: United States – Texas – Corpus Christi
Industry: Water
Schedule: Full‑time
Employee Status: Regular
Business Class: Water Treatment
Job Posting: Apr 27, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest, and conviction records.