Drafter Civil/Structural

Zachry Group; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) in Omaha, Nebraska, seeks a Civil/Structural Drafter to apply manual and computerized drafting methods to produce complex engineering drawings in Autodesk software. You will produce detailed CAD drawings and models, collaborating with engineers to translate designs into technical documents.

The role requires a high school diploma with drafting coursework and at least two years of experience, plus strong communication skills and proficiency with

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years designing complex concrete and steel structures from sketches or specifications.
• Experience producing complex drawings in 2-D and 3-D.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word/PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed drawings, plans, and models using CAD software.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate designs into drawings.
• Ensure drawings meet project specifications, building codes, and industry standards.
• Assist with project planning, reporting, and documentation.
• Perform walkdowns of equipment in an industrial plant environment, including climbing ladders and lifting up to 50 pounds.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Self-motivated

Education

High School diploma with drafting coursework

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Revit

Laser Scanning tools

Total stations

Job description

Zachry Engineering Corporation (ZEC) is currently looking for a talented and self-motivated Civil/Structural Drafter to join our Engineering office located in Omaha, Nebraska. The ideal candidate will apply manual and computerized drafting methods to produce complex engineering drawings in Autodesk structural software.

Responsibilities

• Producing technical detailed and accurate drawings, plans, and models using CAD software.
• Working with software like AutoCAD, MicroStation, Revit, and other relevant tools.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate designs into technical drawings.
• Meeting with civil engineers and discussing a project to gain a full understanding of expectations for a design.
• Ensuring drawings adhere to project specifications, building codes, and industry standards.
• Collaborating with other disciplines (e.g., engineers, project managers, construction managers) to ensure seamless integration of designs.
• Preparing detail drawings, sections, and standard details for construction.
• Supporting with project planning, reporting, and documentation.
• Perform walk downs of equipment in an industrial plant environment, to include climbing ladders, working at heights, and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma with course work in drafting techniques and/or Drafting Certificate is required.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in designing complex concrete and steel structures from sketches or specifications using appropriate terms, procedures and drafting standards.
• Experience with producing complex drawings in a 2-D and 3-D environment is required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software like Word and PowerPoint is required.

Preferred

• Knowledge of MicroStation, AutoCAD, and Revit is preferred. Experience with Laser Scanning tools, total stations, software, and registration is a plus.

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