Maritime CAD Technician: Shape Coastal Infrastructure

HDR; Corpus Christi (TX); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR in Corpus Christi, TX is seeking a Maritime CAD Tech 1 to support engineering design by drafting drawings using AutoCAD and MicroStation under supervision. You will create layouts, maps and visuals of engineering designs with strong attention to detail.

This role requires familiarity with CAD tools, an associate or technical degree or relevant experience, and a proactive, employee-owned culture alignment within HDR's collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Knowledge of standard CAD Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills.
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts, workflows and deliverables.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments requiring application of standardized drawing techniques under supervision.
• Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps and graphic representations of engineering designs using CAD software.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Engineering concepts understanding

Education

Associate or technical school degree

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Microsoft Office

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Maritime CAD Tech 1 , we'll count on you to:

• Perform discipline specific drafting assignments requiring application of standardized drawing techniques, under the direct supervision of an Architect/Engineer, or other technical professional
• Prepare drawings, layouts, sketches, maps and graphic representations of engineering designs using computer-aided design software
• Perform other duties as needed

Required Qualifications

• Associate or technical school degree, or combination of education and relevant experience
• Knowledge of standard CAD Software (AutoCAD, MicroStation, etc)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong attention to detail and organization skills
• Basic understanding of engineering or architectural concepts, workflows and deliverables
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Primary Location

Industry

: Maritime/Ports

Schedule

Schedule

: Full-time

Employee Status

Employee Status

: Regular

BusinessClass : Waterfront Infrastructure

Job Posting

Job Posting

: Oct 12, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great thingspossible.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.