Conservation CAD Drafter – Office & Field

State of Washington Dept. of Fish and Wildlife; Olympia (WA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drafter in Olympia to support the Capital and Asset Management Program. You will draft preliminary and final drawings, ensuring alignment with construction standards and engineering requirements, from design sketches to topographical maps.

The role involves drafting across architectural, civil, mechanical, and structural disciplines, field data collection, and collaboration with Project Managers and

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as an Engineering Aide 1.
• High School diploma or equivalent, plus two years in CAD or college CAD coursework.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Prepare original drawings using CAD programs for architectural, civil, electrical, mechanical, and structural projects.
• Draft drawings from design sketches and old drawings and update plans with as-built corrections.
• Assist in field surveying tasks and coordinate with project managers and engineers.
• Review RFIs and project submittals; order drafting materials as needed.
• Support design and drafting duties in an office and field environment.

Skills

CAD drafting

MS Office

Engineering Aide experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CAD coursework

Tools

Civil3D

Bluebeam

Driver’s license

Job description

Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) is seeking a Computer-Aided Design (CAD) Drafter in Olympia to support the Capital and Asset Management Program. You will draft preliminary and final drawings, ensuring alignment with construction standards and engineering requirements, from design sketches to topographical maps.

The role involves drafting across architectural, civil, mechanical, and structural disciplines, field data collection, and collaboration with Project Managers and