Computer Aided Design Technician

PTS Advance; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking early-career CAD Technicians to join their expanding team in Phoenix. This exciting role offers the opportunity to work on major utility projects across the Southwest, focusing on underground utility design and permitting. Ideal candidates will have 1-3 years of CAD experience, particularly in the utility or infrastructure sectors, and a strong desire to grow into a design role. The company fosters a collaborative environment, encouraging personal and professional development while working closely with engineers. If you're ready to take your CAD skills to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of CAD experience in the utility or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong communication skills and a desire to work closely with engineers.

Responsibilities

• Support underground utility design and permitting for major regional clients.
• Assist in physical design and documentation for substations including P&C.

Skills

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Knowledge of permitting across AZ municipalities

Experience with underground utilities

AUD (Automated Utility Design)

Strong communication

Ability to create dynamic blocks or write AutoCAD macros

Job description

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Base pay range

$26.00/hr - $30.00/hr

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Location: Phoenix, AZ

Our client is expanding their CAD team in Phoenix and actively seeking two early-career CAD Technicians to support major utility projects across the Southwest. If you have 1–3 years of CAD experience and want to grow into a true design role, we want to hear from you!

Open Positions:

You’ll work on underground utility design, permitting, base maps, and parcel data for major regional clients like APS and SRP.

Ideal Skills:

• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Knowledge of permitting across AZ municipalities
• Experience with underground utilities or electric distribution
• AUD (Automated Utility Design) experience is a big plus

You’ll support physical design and documentation for substations including P&C (Protection & Controls), Civil/Structural.

Ideal Skills:

• AutoCAD and/or MicroStation
• Exposure to substation design disciplines
• Utility or consulting background preferred

What We’re Looking For:

• 1–3 years of CAD experience (ideally in the utility or infrastructure sectors)
• Strong communication and a desire to work closely with engineers
• Willingness to grow from a drafter into a full design contributor
• Familiarity with local utility clients is a big advantage
• Ability to create dynamic blocks or write AutoCAD macros is highly valued

Interested or know someone who’s a fit?

Let’s connect! Submit your resume and portfolio, or message me directly for more info.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Design
• Industries: Design Services

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