Computer Aided Design Technician

PTS Advance; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent engineering firm is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician to support their design teams in Denver, Colorado. This onsite role offers the chance to create detailed 2D electrical drawings for infrastructure projects. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, at least one year of relevant experience, and proficiency in AutoCAD. This is an excellent opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in electrical design within a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience in CAD.
• Proficiency in reading engineering sketches and redlines.
• Must not have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise 2D electrical drawings.
• Develop construction drawing packages under direction.
• Support internal drawing reviews and quality checks.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline project teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED plus coursework in drafting or CAD-related technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Burns & McDonnell is seeking a motivated Electrical CAD Technician to support engineering and design teams in creating detailed electrical drawing packages for infrastructure and pipeline-related projects. This role is fully onsite and requires strong attention to detail, collaboration skills, and a desire to grow within a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual looking to build a long-term career in electrical design within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise 2D electrical drawings, including:
• Conduit and cable routing plans
• Instrument location plans, I/O layouts, and loop diagrams
• Develop construction drawing packages under the direction of engineers and designers, following client and company standards.
• Maintain adherence to Burns & McDonnell CAD standards, layers, title blocks, and conventions.
• Assist with redline incorporation, as-built updates, and document control.
• Participate in quality checks and internal drawing reviews.
• Support creation of plot plans, equipment layouts, and 3D markups, as needed.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline project teams to coordinate drawing deliverables.
• Contribute to CAD-related process improvements and drafting efficiencies.
• Perform miscellaneous project support tasks as assigned.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Requirements

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or GED plus coursework in drafting or CAD-related technology.
• Minimum 1 year of relevant experience.
• IMPORTANT: Do not submit candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program (not allowed for this designer/detailer role).

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD (2D required; 3D a plus) — must be apparent on resume.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering sketches, redlines, and markups.
• Basic Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Clear written and verbal communication.
• Problem-solving mindset, proactive, and eager to grow.

Other Requirements

• Must be permanently authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship).
• Valid driving ability (MVR check required).