Entry-Level Civil Designer / Drafter

GPD Group; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company enhancing community well-being through innovative architectural and engineering solutions. As part of an employee-owned firm, you will be engaged in drafting and design for transmission and distribution projects while benefiting from comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development support.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching and profit-sharing

Rich Bonus Program

Vacation & Sick Time

Professional Development Support

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in computer aided drafting and/or electrical utility work.
• Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
• Experience in high-voltage transmission/distribution lines is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Creating and revising drawings for transmission and distribution projects in AutoCAD.
• Preparing bills of material for projects.
• Coordinating with technical personnel to gather data for design projects.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Design software proficiency

Education

Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design or relevant technology field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Microstation

PLS-CADD

Job description

Location: Akron, OH

Job Id:2049

# of Openings:1

Join GPD Group, where our purpose is to improve the well-being of our employees, clients, communities, and business partners by transforming opportunities into success. We are passionate about the work we do and the relationships we build with clients. Our employee ownership structure fosters a non-hierarchical collaborative work environment where everyone is encouraged to share their ideas and creativity for the betterment of the organization and our clients. This structure also enables each associate to explore and expand their talents, reach their full potential, and deliver the core traits that guide GPD Group and allow us to deliver successfully for our clients.

For more than 60 years, GPD Group has provided architectural, engineering, and planning services to clients across the United States. Witha diverse team of over 750professionals working in 13 different offices, our passion for our work and our commitment to our purpose unite us.

Role Qualifications:

• Experience/ Education:
  • Associate of Applied Science Degree (AAS) in Computer-Aided Drafting and Design (CAD) or civil, ormechanical engineering technology.
  • Equivalent experience without AAS degree - high school graduate and 2+ years of experience in computer aided drafting and/or in electric utility work.
• Interest in high-voltage transmission/distribution lines. Experience a plus.
• Ability to effectively read and understand construction drawings.
• Ability to develop and coordinate design drawings.
• Firm understanding of design software such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and Microstation.
• High level of attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment, working with individuals from various offices and in various disciplines.
• Must possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written, and the ability to multi-task between several projects and priorities at one time.
• Candidate should be proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of PLS-CADD and/or safety codes, utility standards, and regulations (NESC, ASCE IEEE) a plus.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.

Day-to-day job responsibilities:

• Responsible for creating and revising drawings and documentation for transmission and distribution projects in AutoCAD, from scope documents, engineering sketches, and/or verbal instructions.
• Preparing bills of material to procure needed materials for projects.
• Assisting in preparing applications and supporting documentation for engineering permits when necessary.
• Coordinating with technical personnel to gather and record data for design projects and complete as built and record print revisions from marked drawings.
• Communication and coordination with multi-disciplinary groups.
• Document organization and record keeping.

GPD passionately believes that everyone on our team knows they are a valued member of our employee-owned company. When you are willing to put in the time and effort to make us successful, you will see that in your paycheck and your benefits offering.

• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching and company profit-sharing contribution
• Rich Bonus Program that rewards both company and individual performance
• Vacation & Sick Time
• Professional Development Support
• And much more…

Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visitwww.dhs.gov/E-Verify .