Junior CAD Drafter for Civil & Utility Projects

NV5; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Professional development

Job summary

NV5 is seeking an entry-level Computer Aided Drafter/Designer to learn and develop proficiency in preparing construction drawings and documents for electrical, gas, and civil projects. You will use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related tools to create layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams under supervision.

You will collaborate with engineers, gain exposure to project requirements, and progressively handle design records and as-built drawings while advancing in a team-focused

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience in the utility, electrical, or civil industry.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Positive attitude, able to collaboratively work with others.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and other relevant software.
• Fundamental training in the use of computer-aided drafting software, including CAD Suite, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and Revit.

Responsibilities

• Use computer-aided drafting tools such as AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and MicroStation, as well as technical handbooks, utility standards, tables, and calculators.
• Confer with design engineers and other staff members to resolve problems and create construction documents.
• Learn to prepare quantity take-offs in a professional and organized manner.
• Work under the direction of senior designers and engineers.
• Meet client and NV5's requirements and standards.
• Manage and maintain design records and files.
• Learn to complete as-built drawings.
• Gain confidence in ability to fulfill assignments that require independent judgment and evaluation.
• Able to work semi-independently with little supervision.
• Develop career via peer-learning through sharing of knowledge with other experienced designers and engineers.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD Suite

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Revit

AutoCAD

Job description

NV5 is seeking an entry-level Computer Aided Drafter/Designer to learn and develop proficiency in preparing construction drawings and documents for electrical, gas, and civil projects. You will use AutoCAD, Civil 3D, MicroStation, and related tools to create layouts, schematics, and wiring diagrams under supervision.

You will collaborate with engineers, gain exposure to project requirements, and progressively handle design records and as-built drawings while advancing in a team-focused