Electrical CAD Technician - Columbus

Burns & McDonnell; Columbus, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

401(k) retirement plan

Insurance and wellness programs

Job summary

Burns & McDonnell in Columbus, OH is seeking an Electrical CAD Technician to support technical teams in detailing and drafting across various projects.

You will assist in preparing drawings, ensuring CAD standards, and contributing to design documentation, with opportunities to grow in a collaborative, employee-owned environment.

Full-time, on-site role with travel up to 10%, offering competitive hourly compensation and benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with drafting tech coursework.
• Specialized CAD certification preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem solving and analytical abilities.
• Basic knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated and eager to grow in the field.
• Authorized to work permanently in the US for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing drawings and revising engineering drawings from sketches.
• Prepare and revise plot drawings.
• Adhere to drafting standards and procedures.
• Adhere to discipline-specific drafting practices.
• Assist in drafting design and documentation for projects.
• Utilize standard drafting detail programs.
• Support continuous drafting detail improvements.
• Research solutions to design problems and recommend fixes.
• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Leadership

Self-motivated learner

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Drafting technology coursework

CAD certification (preferred)

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

The Electrical CAD Technician will assist technical teams of detailers, designers and engineers to create world class detail on a variety of projects. This position will assist in developing computer-aided drafting design solutions.

• Assist with preparing drawings and revising existing engineering drawings of basic components from specific sketches or layouts.

• Assist with preparing and revising plot drawings.

• Responsible for adhering to company and client drafting standards and procedures.

• Responsible for adhering to the drafting practices of selected discipline.

• Assist in drafting design and documentation for various projects.

• Assist with tasks utilizing standard drafting detail programs.

• Assist in continuous drafting detail improvement efforts.

• Research solutions to project concerns and recommend solutions to design problems.

• Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by managers.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and course work in drafting technology required.

• Specialized CAD certification preferred.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.

• Basic knowledge and experience in Microsoft Office programs, including, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.

• Demonstrated leadership skills.

• Self-motivated and eager learner, aptitude to grow and develop within the field.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e. without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.

Compensation

$25.00-30.00 Hourly

The expected compensation range for this position is displayed in compliance with all local/state regulations. The final agreed upon compensation is based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: individual education, qualifications, prior work experience and work location. The total annual compensation package will consist of an hourly pay rate and eligibility to participate in our discretionary year-end incentive bonus program.

Benefits

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. As part of being 100% employee-owned, eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program. For more information, please visit the Benefits & Wellness page. This job posting will remain open a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until filled.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Job Computer Aided Drafting & Design

Primary Location US-OH-Columbus

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Req ID: 263893

Job Hire Type Experienced #LI-DNI #T&D