Design Technician II - Water/Wastewater

Colliers Engineering & Design; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 30,307 - 42,705; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Job summary

Colliers Engineering & Design is looking for a motivated AutoCAD professional to join our Water/Wastewater Engineering team in Syracuse, NY. The ideal candidate will perform drafting tasks, analyze utility drawings, and produce detailed plans while collaborating with project teams.

This role offers a starting compensation of $22.00 to $31.00 per hour, depending on qualifications, and a supportive environment that promotes professional growth, work-life balance, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 2-5+ years of related experience required.
• Experience in reading utility as-built drawings preferred.
• Ability to read, write and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and drafting tasks for assigned projects.
• Analyze utility drawings to set up project base maps.
• Produce computer-generated plans from detailed sketches.
• Coordinate with project teams to ensure project completion.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project Design

Drafting

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Certificate from a technical school in AutoCAD

Tools

AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018

Job description

Overview

Colliers Engineering & Design, a top-tier national AEC consulting firm, is looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong AutoCAD skills to join our dynamic Water/Wastewater Engineering team in our Syracuse, NY office.

This is more than just a job, it's an opportunity to be part of a growing, collaborative team that is solving critical infrastructure challenges. As part of our Water/Wastewater group, you'll have the chance to work on impactful projects, expand your technical skills, and grow within a supportive environment that values innovation, professional development, and career advancement.

At Colliers Engineering & Design, we're proud to be a trusted leader in the AEC consulting field, known for our commitment to excellence and client success. Come be a part of a company that invests in its people and provides a clear path for growth.

Responsibilities

• Perform design, drafting and project related tasks on assigned projects. Transform base map information and designs into CADD produced drawings using appropriate software.
• Assist in the set up and drafting of project base maps by analyzing utility drawings and sketches, notes and other input material to determine the best approach for the completion of drawings.
• Work from detailed sketches to produce computer-generated plans, profiles and section drawings.
• Conform to the company's and client's standard CAD procedures for layering, etc., and standard drawing procedures for sheet layout.
• Work with numerous project teams to help in project completion.
• Coordinates details and dimensions between drawing sheets.
• Progress to drafting water, sewer, gas, and related utility design information on base maps.
• Address assignments of increased difficulty as proficiency is increased.
• Perform field audits of AutoCAD drafted base maps to insure completeness and accuracy of finished plans.
• Coordinate with surveyors and sub-consultants to work through survey deliverables.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/Equivalent; Associates Degree (optional) Certificate from a technical school, preferably in AutoCAD (or equivalent).
• Proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018 or higher.
• 2-5+ years of related experience.
• Experience in reading and interpreting utility as-built drawings, preferred.
• Experience in water and sewer systems drafting optional.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $22.00 to $31.00 per hour (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

At Colliers Engineering & Design, our people are our most important resource. That's why we are committed to providing all our employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as Company sponsored activities.

That dedication begins with supporting a work life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.

We have also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; mentorship program; wellness program; Women's Organization and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.