Junior CAD Technician – Water Infrastructure (Hybrid, Orlando)

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

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.