Computer Aided Design Technician

Mueser Rutledge Consulting Engineers; New York (NY); On-site; USD 62,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

MRCE in New York City is seeking CAD Technicians with strong drafting and design skills, proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, and MicroStation. The role supports geotechnical, structural, and instrumentation engineers in preparing detailed drawings for foundations, waterfront structures, and related projects.

You will collaborate with engineers and draftsmen to meet project requirements, generate site plans and boring/location drawings, and ensure timely delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year technical degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology or Drafting & Design.
• Minimum of 3 years CAD/Design related experience in general.

Responsibilities

• Utilize CADD software to create detailed geotechnical and structural drawings for foundations, transportation, highways and bridges.
• Meet with design engineers and draftsmen to review drafting requirements and ensure timely delivery of drawings.
• Generate site plans, boring location plans, geologic sections, embankment profiles and instrumentation plans using AutoCAD, MicroStation, and Revit.
• Locate symbols on topographical surveys to denote geological and geophysical formations.
• Prepare maps, site plans, structural layouts and diagrams using cross-sections and surveys.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

BIM

3D modeling

English/Metric systems

Education

2-year Civil Eng/Tech degree

Tools

AutoCAD

Bentley MicroStation

Revit

ProjectWise

Job description

MRCE is searching for CAD Technicians in NYC with strong backgrounds in drafting and design and proficiency in using Computer-Aided Design (CAD)software, with specific experience using AutoCAD and Revit. The CAD Technician assists geotechnical, structural, and instrumentation engineers with preparing design drawings for boring location plans, geologic subsurface profiles, foundations, waterfront and temporary support structures, etc. Tasks typically include the preparation of technical drawings, details, notes, and schedules.

You will work as part of a team or individually based on project needs. To ensure success as a CAD technician, you should have extensive working experience with CAD software, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work as part of a team.

Job Responsibilities

• Utilize Computer-Aided Design (CADD) software to create detailed geotechnical and structural drawings for building foundations, transportation, highways and bridges, waterfront, public agencies, and other various market sectors.
• Meet with design engineers, project managers, and draftsmen to review project drafting requirements and timely delivery of drawings. Provide regular updates with progress prints for review by the design team.
• Generate site plans, boring location plans, geologic sections, embankment profiles, various structural sections, support of excavation design drawings, and foundation design drawings (piles, mats, footings, etc.), and instrumentation and monitoring installation plans using computer-assisted drafting systems (AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit).
• Locate and identify symbols on topographical surveys to denote geological and geophysical formations.
• Prepare maps, site plans, structural layout plans, diagrams, and profiles using cross-sections and surveys to represent elevations, topographical contours, subsurface formations, and structures.
• Structural detailing that includes concrete reinforcement, structural steel details, timber shoring
• Correlate, interpret and modify data obtained from topographical surveys.
• Develop detailed plans and section drawings.
• Print and prepare submittal packages according to required mediums and specifications for reproduction.
• Perform other duties as assigned such as exhibits/posters for job proposals, litigation.

Typical Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Navigate job site/field environment as well as an office environment.
• Remain either stationary for extended periods (for instance, in a chair or vehicle), or move often (for instance, walking through a job site), depending on project needs.
• Lift and carry equipment (up to 50 lbs).
• Position self in a stooping, kneeling, or crouching manner and climb ladders and stairs for reading instruments.
• Navigate uneven ground and footing conditions (for example, soil/gravel/ mud footing, riprap and slopes, rugged terrain).
• Work in varying weather conditions (for example, cold, hot, rain, snow).
• Wear gloves, use hands, handle or feel objects, tools, machinery and computers.
• Communicate with others; exchange information accurately.
• Operate specialized equipment and instruments.
• Work in varying noise levels in the construction work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 year technical degree in Civil Engineering, Engineering Technology or Applied Science in Drafting & Design.
• Minimum of 3 years in CAD/Design related experience in general.

Required Skills

• Knowledge and efficient use of AutoCAD software required. Ability to use AutoCAD for drawing file publishing, sheet sets, page setups, X-refs, text attributes, and layout viewports required.
• Autodesk certification is a plus.
• Experience with Bentley Microstation is required.
• 3+ years of Revit is required.
• Knowledge of project Wise is preferred.
• Knowledge of AEC terminology is a plus
• Knowledge of Metric and English systems required.
• Knowledge of 3D environment required.
• Knowledge of manually drafting drawings when necessary
• Detail oriented and organized, with the ability to handling multiple requests in a growing company environment.

MRCE supports professional development, encourages extracurricular technical activities, and Professional Engineering registration. The firm offers competitive salaries, overtime pay, 10 paid holidays and vacation leave, maternal/paternal leave, medical benefits including dental and vision, life insurance, referral program, Transit Check, a 401(k) contribution, and additional benefits to full time employees. MRCE is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified persons.

MRCE is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.

Base Salary Range: $62,000 - $80,000. Actual compensation may vary based on related work experience, market conditions, education/training, certifications and credentials. This position is eligible for overtime and participation in the firm's annual bonus and performance review program. Bonuses are discretionary and based on individual job performance.

Job Type: Full-time, Onsite in NYC

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• AutoCAD: 1 year (Required)
• BIM (building information modeling): 1 year (Preferred)