Civil Engineering CAD Technician - Houston Houston

Duplantis Design Group; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established design firm is seeking a Civil CAD Technician to support project teams in Houston. This role is pivotal in creating detailed civil engineering plans and construction documents, ensuring adherence to project schedules and budgets. The ideal candidate will possess strong AutoCAD skills, particularly in Civil 3D, and a knack for problem-solving. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will directly impact diverse projects, from commercial to residential developments. If you're looking to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Medical Insurance Plan

Voluntary Vision Insurance

Voluntary Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance

Qualifications

• 0-4 years of civil drafting experience required.
• Technical Certificate or Associate’s Degree in CAD is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist in producing civil engineering design plans for various developments.
• Develop and plot maps, and create construction documents.

Skills

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

Technical Certificate

Associate’s Degree in CAD

Tools

CAD workstations

Plotters

Printers

Job description

DDG is currently seeking a Civil CAD Technician to join our team. The Civil CAD Technician will be responsible for providing overall project assistance and construction document preparation support. This position reports to the Civil Design Manager or Project Manager and works closely with the civil engineers and CAD designers. The Civil CAD Technician position plays an important role in our engineering teams producing well thought-out designs and quality drawing packages needed to control project construction and deliver critical solutions for our clients.

ACTIVITIES + RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Promote DDG’s core values, both internally and externally, and comply with the DDG Company Manual.
• Assist with producing site civil engineering and/or land development design plans, including drainage, grading, water, wastewater, signage and marking plans for industrial, commercial, and residential site development.
• Development and plotting of maps showing topographical contours, elevations, profiles, and cross-sections.
• Applies the use of rough sketches, notes, and verbal instruction to develop civil plans.
• Produce plan-profile drawings for public infrastructure improvement projects.
• Visualize and plan the geographic representation of designs for land development related projects including industrial, commercial, and municipal.
• Respect and work efficiently within the budgetary constraints established by the Project Manager.
• Understand and integrate: DDG CAD Standards, clarity and accuracy of documents, and client-dictated design criteria.
• Comply with project schedules for each project.
• Edit/Create a full set of construction documents within 25% of final product with input from supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS + ABILITIES:

• Excellent problem-solving skills. Be able to identify and seek needed information/research skills.
• Extensive knowledge of AutoCAD software, preferably Civil 3D, and other drafting techniques.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Technical Certificate or Associate’s Degree from a computer-aided drafting program/school.
• Demonstrated proficiency in civil land-based CAD drafting and the latest AutoCAD software.
• Operation of CAD workstations, plotters, printers, and other associated equipment to support the preparation of designs for engineering projects.
• 0-4 years of civil drafting experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 20 pounds at times.
• Must be able to travel to various project sites.
• Must be able to access and navigate job sites and construction areas.

EEO STATEMENT:

DDG is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. DDG makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

BENEFITS:

DDG offers a comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match.
• Medical Insurance Plan.
• Voluntary Vision Insurance.
• Voluntary Dental Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short-term & Long-term Disability Insurance.

ABOUT DDG:

DDG is a comprehensive design firm and is exceptionally experienced in managing all aspects of a development project. In addition to our design services, we also provide clients with conceptual site planning and master planning, site investigation reports, assisting with property acquisitions, representation at public hearings, permitting, entitlements, and construction administration. In the 26 years since our founding, our unwavering commitment to client service excellence has allowed us to grow into a multidisciplinary regional firm with over 150 full-time employees and 7 offices across South Louisiana, Alabama, and Texas – Thibodaux (headquarters), Covington, Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Lafayette, Mobile, and Houston.

APPLY:

• Submit resume to the People + Development team via email to [e-mail].
• Specific project experiences and responsibilities shall be provided with resume.