Senior CAD Systems Administrator - Industrial Piping

CTS-Complete Technical Services, Inc.; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CTS-Complete Technical Services, Inc. seeks a senior CAD Administrator to manage and optimize CAD platforms across engineering and construction teams in Pasadena, TX. You will lead upgrades, enforce standards, and support multi-discipline workflows.

The role requires extensive AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and 3D modeling tool experience, plus scripting for automation. You will train designers, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with IT on licensing and performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, CAD, or related field; or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of CAD experience in industrial construction, petrochemical, refining, or heavy industrial environments.
• 5+ years of CAD administration experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with AutoCAD and AutoCAD Plant 3D; strong experience with Octave Forte 3D, Forte 3DWorx, and other 3D modeling platforms strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of industrial construction deliverables, including P&IDs, piping isometrics, structural, and civil drawings.
• Demonstrated experience developing CAD standards and automation routines.
• Proficiency with SQL, report writing, and programming/scripting (e.g., VBA, .NET, Python, C#) is a plus.
• Knowledge of file management systems and document control processes.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-resolution skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and maintain CAD platforms across engineering and construction teams.
• Lead CAD software upgrades, patches, testing, and deployment.
• Develop CAD standards, templates, libraries, and workflows.
• Support and maintain piping specifications and libraries within 3D modeling software.
• Provide advanced technical support and troubleshooting for CAD users; train and mentor designers and drafters.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Communication

Scripting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, CAD, or related

Tools

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant 3D

Octave Forte 3D

Forte 3DWorx

SQL

VBA/.NET/Python/C# scripting

Job description

CTS-Complete Technical Services, Inc. seeks a senior CAD Administrator to manage and optimize CAD platforms across engineering and construction teams in Pasadena, TX. You will lead upgrades, enforce standards, and support multi-discipline workflows.

The role requires extensive AutoCAD, AutoCAD Plant 3D, and 3D modeling tool experience, plus scripting for automation. You will train designers, ensure data integrity, and collaborate with IT on licensing and performance.