Lead Drafter

406engineeringinc; Kalispell (MT); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A local engineering firm in Kalispell is seeking an experienced AutoCAD drafter or designer proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D. The role involves drafting 2D and 3D plans, supporting engineers with construction projects, and maintaining CAD standards. Ideal candidates should have a minimum of 2 years' experience or an associate's degree in drafting. The position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment with a focus on quality and client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in AutoCAD or recent graduate.
• Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist engineers and planners with construction plans.
• Drafting (2D and 3D) utilizing Autodesk Civil 3D.
• Prepare exhibits and forms for agency submittals.
• Provide calculations and reports for Engineers.
• Develop and maintain CAD standards.
• Provide training on CAD standards.
• Maintain positive relationships with clients.

Skills

Proficiency in AutoCAD Civil 3D

Critical thinking skills

Attention to detail

Time management abilities

Education

Associate or technical degree in drafting

Tools

Autodesk Civil 3D

Job description

406 Engineering is seeking an experienced AutoCAD drafter or designer who is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D 2018 or more recent versions to join our team. This person will be expected to deliver high quality work, professionalism, and exceptional customer service. Our core values are “Work Hard, Work Smart and Enjoy Life”. We are an extremely skilled, tight-knit employee-owned company located in the heart of Western Montana. If you are an experienced drafter or CAD designer with knowledge utilizing Civil 3D who is looking for a career with a company that highly values its employees, we would love to hear from you. You will have the option to work in either the Kalispell or Missoula office.

Job Responsibilities

You will have the opportunity to work alongside engineers and planners to assist them with completing construction plans and exhibits for a wide variety of projects for commercial and residential site development projects. You will utilize your technical drafting experience by performing the following tasks:

Drafting (2D and 3D) utilizing Autodesk Civil 3D.

Preparing and creating construction drawings of various types of civil related projects.

Preparing exhibits and forms needed for agency submittals of 406 projects.

Provide calculations and reports when helpful for Engineers working on 406 projects.

Develop and maintain a CAD standard for 406 Engineering along with other 406 Engineering employees.

Provide training and guidance to other 406 Engineering employees on CAD standards and operations.

Other duties as needed to carry out the business of 406 Engineering.

Maintain positive and productive relationships with clients and coworkers.

Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements

Minimum 2 years of experience in AutoCAD and is proficient with CAD systems and related products or recent grad with an associate or technical degree in drafting or related field.

Preferred - Experience with AutoCAD and Civil 3D platforms.

Required to possess string critical thinking skills, high attention to detail and good time management abilities.