Design Technician

CMC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Benefits Coverage

Day 1 PTO and Vacation

4.5% Company Match 401(k)

$500 Annual Lifestyle Benefit

Competitive Compensation and Bonuses

Company-paid Life and Disability Ins.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Training and Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

CMC, a Fortune 500 company, seeks a CAD Designer to develop detailed CAD drawings and models for concrete pipe and precast products based on project requirements. You will interpret plans, specifications, and codes to produce accurate designs and coordinate with engineers, project managers, and clients to clarify design needs and resolve discrepancies.

The role involves assisting in bills of materials, ensuring designs meet standards and safety requirements, revising designs with feedback,

Qualifications

• Strong ability to produce accurate technical drawings
• Experience with CAD software and interpreting project plans
• Familiarity with engineering standards and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed CAD drawings and models for concrete pipe and precast products based on project requirements
• Interpret project plans, specifications, and codes to produce accurate designs
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and clients to clarify design needs and resolve discrepancies
• Assist in preparing bills of materials and other technical documentation
• Ensure all designs adhere to company standards, industry regulations, and safety requirements
• Review and revise designs to incorporate feedback or changes as needed
• Support the production team with technical guidance and resolve design-related issues during manufacturing
• Maintain accurate records of design files and project documentation
• Stay updated on advancements in design software, tools, and industry trends

Skills

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Titan ERP

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Engineering technology/ drafting degree preferred

Tools

Titan ERP

Job description

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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision and Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) Plan
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

it’s what’s inside that counts

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There’s more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it’s the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication plants, manufacturing facilities, steel mills and offices that make us who we are as a company. Our success comes from finding, retaining, and supporting the highest quality talent by offering:

• Day 1 Benefits Coverage with low cost Medical, Vision and Dental
• Day 1 Paid-time Off and Vacation
• 4.5% Company Match 401(k) Plan
• $500 Annual Company-paid Lifestyle Benefit
• Competitive Compensation and Bonuses
• Company-paid Life and Disability Insurance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Training and Advancement Opportunities

Why This Job

CMC provides an excellent opportunity to learn the steel, construction reinforcement and ground stabilization industries and to grow in your career. Whether you will spend your day brainstorming in an office cubicle, operating a crane, running manufacturing equipment or troubleshooting technical obstacles, at CMC, you’ll get the training and support from your team that you need to excel in your role and reach your full potential.

What You'll Do

• Develop detailed CAD drawings and models for concrete pipe and precast products based on project requirements.
• Interpret project plans, specifications, and codes to produce accurate and functional designs.
• Coordinate with engineers, project managers, and clients to clarify design needs and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist in preparing bills of materials and other technical documentation.
• Ensure all designs adhere to company standards, industry regulations, and safety requirements.
• Review and revise designs to incorporate feedback or changes as needed.
• Support the production team with technical guidance and resolve design-related issues during manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate records of design files and project documentation.
• Stay updated on advancements in design software, tools, and industry trends.

What You'll Need

• Strong attention to detail and ability to produce accurate technical drawings.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects in a deadline-driven environment.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
• Working knowledge of ERP/inventory control software, preferably Titan.
• Understanding of precast concrete design, production methods, and industry standards.

Your Education

• High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering technology, drafting, or a related field preferred.

We are CMC, a Fortune 500® company at the leading edge of our industry. Our construction reinforcement and steel products have supported construction projects and structures around the world. The secret to our success? We’ve built our legacy by assembling a team of innovators and doers to tackle some of the most challenging construction reinforcement problems facing our world for more than 100 years — and we’re just getting started.

If you’re ready to join a team working to make our industry more sustainable, support the bridges, roadways, buildings and infrastructure that connects our communities, and do meaningful work, you’re ready to join CMC. Apply today and start moving your career — and our world — forward. Let\'s build a better world!

CMC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, national origin, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, or other status protected by federal, state or local law.

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