Junior CAD Designer

AtkinsRéalis; Orlando (FL); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Junior CAD Designer (Water Infrastructure) in Orlando, FL. The role requires drafting drawings and 3D models in AutoCAD, with piping layouts and coordination across disciplines. Hybrid schedule with at least 4 days in the Orlando office.

0–5 years CAD experience, Plant 3D/Civil 3D/Revit knowledge is a plus. The position supports water and wastewater facilities, pumping stations, and infrastructure projects, working within a team to ensure accuracy and compliance with

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical or Civil Design or equivalent.
• 0–5 years of CAD drafting or design experience.
• Experience with Plant 3D, Civil 3D and Revit is valuable.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD and ability to learn CAD/BIM standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, plans, details and 3D models using AutoCAD.
• Develop piping plans, sections, elevations, equipment layouts and construction details.
• Coordinate design activities with multiple engineering disciplines and assist with permit packages.
• Participate in field investigations and data collection to support design development.
• Verify drawings comply with project standards and client requirements.
• Maintain project drawing files, BIM models and document control procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Learning agility

Education

Associate degree in Drafting/ CAD/ Engineering Technology

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Job Description

Overview

We are seeking a Junior CAD Designer (Water Infrastructure) to join our team in Orlando, Fl office. This full-time position will follow a hybrid work schedule, with the Designer working a minimum of 4 days a week in the Orlando, Florida office.

Your role

• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, plans, details, and 3D models using AutoCAD.
• Assist mechanical and civil engineers and senior designers with the development of layouts for:
  • Water treatment facilities.
  • Wastewater treatment facilities.
  • Pump stations.
  • Process piping systems.
  • Chemical feed systems.
  • Mechanical equipment installations.
  • Linear piping systems.
  • Utility infrastructure.
• Develop piping plans, sections, elevations, equipment arrangements, and construction details from sketches, markups, and engineering calculations.
• Interpret and incorporate comments from red-line markups and design review meetings.
• Coordinate design activities with civil, structural, electrical, instrumentation, and process engineering disciplines.
• Assist with the preparation of construction drawings, permit packages, and bid documents.
• Participate in field investigations, site visits, and data collection efforts to support design development.
• Verify drawing consistency with project standards, company CAD standards, client requirements, and applicable codes and regulations.
• Assist in maintaining project drawing files, BIM models, and document control procedures.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support the development of engineering estimates when required.

About you

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Civil Design or related technical field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 0 to 5 years of CAD drafting or design experience.
• Experience with Plant 3D, Civil 3D, and Revit would be valuable.
• Prior exposure to piping design is desired but not a requirement.
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD.
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings, construction plans, and drafting principles.
• Ability to learn and apply company CAD/BIM standards.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

You can review our comprehensive benefits page here.

About AtkinsRéalis

We’re AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world’s infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We’re committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

Find out more.

Additional information

Expected compensationrangeis between$26.00 - $31.00 hourlydepending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability

Please review AtkinsRéalis’ Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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Worker Type

Employee

Job Type

Regular

AtkinsRéalis_, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.