Operator, CAD

Reit Tv; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group in Indianapolis is seeking a CAD Technician to prepare and maintain site and lease plans using AutoCAD, ensuring accurate square footage and building dimensions for development and leasing teams.

You will utilize AutoLISP tools and support automation of CAD processes while documenting project status in the CAD system and collaborating with cross-functional teams under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of business processes and technology systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system and program errors.
• Basic understanding of AutoLISP and Office VBA.
• General knowledge of construction management processes.
• Excellent organizational, decision making, and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares 2D drawings of site and lease plans from instructions to provide information on building configurations and leasing areas.
• Research information not provided to complete related projects and verify square footage and dimensions.
• Verify and calculate parking ratios, acreage, and field dimensions; ensure accuracy in CAD deliverables.
• Record and maintain status of projects in the CAD system and explore AutoLISP tool enhancements for automation.

Skills

AutoCAD

2D site plans

AutoLISP

Office VBA

MS Office

SharePoint

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoLISP scripts

Power Automate

SharePoint

Job description

Corporate Indianapolis Simon Property Group is the global leader in retail real estate. We are an S&P 100 Company and have been named Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company six times in the last decade. Working at Simon provides the opportunity to gain experience from the best in the industry and to be a part of a success story. Our culture fosters innovation and creates dynamic career opportunities for those who embrace our core values of passion, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to excellence and who want to make an impact on our continued success. Discover Your Potential. Discover Simon. PRIMARY PURPOSE: This position is accountable for preparing and maintaining center, site, lease and development plans using AutoCAD by plotting the correct square footage, building size, locations, surveys and leasing information for all interested parties within SPG. This position also develops and maintains special plans for proposed site-specific additions and/or deletions. PRINCIPAL

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate's responsibilities will include, but not be limited to: Prepares 2D drawings of site and lease plans from instructions or guidelines in order to provide all parties involved with information on the configuration of buildings, base plan for construction of new centers and expansions and other pertinent information. Research information not given for completion of related projects. Applicants should have a general knowledge of site and leasing layouts, as well as a basic understanding of construction documentation (i.e. “blueprints”). Calculates and integrates into final drawings the various dimensions for site and lease plans from information provided by various sources. Verifies and/or calculates square footage of tenant spaces throughout entire project. Calculates parking ratios and acreage and verifies field dimensions and surveys. In depth understanding of AutoCAD plotting utilizing .stb plot styles and layer standards. Records and maintains status of current and archived projects in the CAD system database; Catalogues data as necessary. A primary challenge of this position is insuring the accurate and timely completion of drawings while maintaining all standard aspects of the SPG CAD system. The incumbent may be responsible for assisting in the implementation of additional AutoLISP tools to further enhance the automation of CAD processes and deliverables.

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS

Strong understanding of business processes and technology systems. Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system and program errors. Basic understanding of AutoLISP and Office VBA. General knowledge of construction management processes. Must be comfortable working in a team environment and with deadlines. Ability to evaluate information and analyze problems logically to develop solutions. Excellent organizational, decision making, and critical thinking skills are essential. Must be computer literate and receptive to emerging technology and software programs. Must have a history of problem-solving using Windows, CAD, corporate networking, printing/plotting, PDF's, and MS Office. Bachelor's degree preferred. Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise, including Power Automate preferred. Must have a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Effective communication skills both written and verbal. EXPERIENCE/SKILLS Detail-oriented, self-starter with a passion for success. High sense of urgency, with the ability to multi-task. Basic understanding of project management and financial system tools. Simon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers. In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune's Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future. Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email [e-mail]. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response.