Junior CAD Technician

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

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Junior CAD Technician (Water Infrastructure) in Orlando, FL, to join our team on a full-time, hybrid basis. The role involves preparing engineering drawings and 3D models with AutoCAD, supporting civil and mechanical engineers, and coordinating with multiple disciplines to deliver piping and utility layouts.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years CAD drafting experience, familiarity with AutoCAD, and a strong eye for detail.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Drafting Technology, CAD Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Design, Civil Design or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2 to 5 years of CAD drafting or design experience.
• Experience with Plant 3D, Civil 3D, and Revit would be valuable.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and revise engineering drawings, plans, details, and 3D models using AutoCAD.
• Assist engineers and senior designers with layouts for water, wastewater, pump stations, and piping systems.
• Develop piping plans, sections, elevations, equipment arrangements, and construction details.
• Interpret and incorporate red-line comments from design reviews.
• Coordinate design activities with multiple engineering disciplines.
• Assist in preparation of construction drawings, permit packages, and bid documents.
• Participate in field investigations and data collection to support design development.
• Verify drawing consistency with project standards and client requirements.
• Maintain project drawing files, BIM models and document control procedures.
• Perform quantity takeoffs and support engineering estimates.

Skills

CAD drafting

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Drafting or related tech

Tools

AutoCAD

Plant 3D

Civil 3D

Revit

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a JuniorCAD Technician (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.
• 2 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.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits. 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 compensation range is between $26.00 - $31.00 hourly depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equal opportunity statement

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

Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.

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