Operator, CAD

Simon Property Group; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Simon Property Group in Indianapolis is hiring for a role focused on creating and maintaining center, site, and lease plans using AutoCAD. The ideal candidate will ensure accurate dimensions and plans while collaborating effectively with various teams.

The position requires strong technical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under deadlines. Bachelor’s degree preferred, along with proficiency in related software.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of business processes and technology systems.
• Computer literate and receptive to emerging technology and software programs.
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Prepare 2D drawings of site and lease plans.
• Research information for project completion.
• Verify and calculate square footage of tenant spaces.

Skills

Understanding of business processes

Troubleshooting system errors

Basic understanding of AutoLISP and Office VBA

Knowledge of construction management processes

Excellent organizational and decision-making skills

Experience with Windows and MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise

Job description

Job Location: Corporate Indianapolis

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 and also develops and maintains special plans for proposed site‑specific additions and/or deletions.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepares 2D drawings of site and lease plans from instructions or guidelines 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.
• Researches information not given for completion of related projects.
• 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.
• Exhibits 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.
• Ensures accurate and timely completion of drawings while maintaining all standard aspects of the SPG CAD system.
• Assists in the implementation of additional AutoLISP tools to 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.
• 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.
• Computer literate and receptive to emerging technology and software programs.
• Experience with Windows, CAD, corporate networking, printing/plotting, PDF’s, and MS Office.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience with Microsoft SharePoint Enterprise, including Power Automate preferred.
• 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.

EEO Statement

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.