Entry-Level Civil Drafter

Sargent Lundy; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated individual for an entry-level position in CAD design. This role offers a hybrid work arrangement, allowing you to balance office and remote work effectively. You will have the chance to collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing your creativity to develop 3D models and civil drawings. With hands-on training in advanced design software like AutoCAD and MicroStation, this position is perfect for those eager to expand their drafting skills in a supportive environment. Join a company recognized for its commitment to employee well-being and innovative engineering solutions, and take the first step in your professional journey.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Assistance

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Parental Leave

Disability Coverage

Employee Referral Bonus

Merit Scholarship Program

Qualifications

• Entry-level position requiring CAD skills and a degree in design technology.
• Experience with AutoCAD and MicroStation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop 3D models and civil drawings using CAD software.
• Collaborate with engineers and designers on project teams.

Skills

Computer Aided Design

Technical Drawing

3D Modeling

Communication Skills

Education

Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design Technology

CAD Certificate

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Description

This role offers a hybrid work arrangement. You'll spend three days a week in the office, giving you the flexibility to work remotely for two days.

This position will offer you the opportunity to work with multi-disciplined engineering and design project teams to use your creativity and innovation to develop 3D models of civil grading and structures to produce civil drawing deliverables within CAD software.

• This entry-level position will offer you the opportunity to utilize and expand your drafting skills, while working in a multi-disciplined team environment with other designers and/or engineers in the preparation of design drawings based on design input.
• You will have the opportunity to apply your computer-aided drafting skills, while receiving hands-on training in 3D design software environments, such as AutoCAD 3D and/or MicroStation; additionally, you will receive training in Sargent & Lundy’s award-winning, industry-recognized proprietary design databases.
• You will be involved in creating master sketches to scale showing relation of proposed installations to new and/or existing facilities and exact specifications and dimensions.
• While interfacing with vendors and construction contractors, you may be given the opportunity to explain your drawings so appropriate design adjustments can be made.

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• Associates Degree in Computer Aided Design Technology preferred.
• CAD certificate required in non-degreed.
• Previous relevant experience considered.
• Experience using AutoCAD and MicroStation software.
• Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical plans, drawings, and models.
• Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology, including the ability to relate various equipment to a technical design.

CAD Software skill valued, but not required:

• Bentley Microstation
• Autodesk AutoCAD

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & Wellness

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

Financial Benefits

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

Work-Life Balance

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$45,000 - $51,000

About This Business Unit

The Energy & Industrial Group (EIG) specializes in delivering advanced engineering solutions across various sectors, including power generation, environmental compliance, oil & gas, and industrial projects, from new plant design to plant betterment and upgrade services for operating facilities. We have designed nearly 900 conventional power plants, yielding over 100,000 megawatts (MW) of generation capacity. Our expertise includes numerous recent and ongoing combined cycle projects that leverage the latest advanced machinery, including combustion turbines, steam turbines, and heat recovery steam generators from all leading suppliers. EIG is recognized for its commitment to decarbonization through innovative technologies in renewable energy, carbon capture, and hydrogen power. We excel in detailed engineering services for photovoltaic (PV) solar projects and energy storage integration, and lead the industry in carbon capture technologies, managing projects from conceptual studies, pilot demonstrations and through commercial scale implementation for utilities and industrial plants.

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