Senior CAD Technician DET - Road Design Drafter

Janssen & Spaans Engineering, Inc.; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Employee Stock Ownership Program

Flexible spending accounts

Quarterly team outings

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Indianapolis is seeking a Senior CAD Technician to produce detailed drawings for various road projects. The ideal candidate will possess an Associate’s Degree in Design Technology and at least six years of experience in engineering design drafting, particularly with AutoCAD and Civil 3D. This role emphasizes effective time management and collaboration within multi-disciplined teams. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment, including team outings and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Over six years’ experience in engineering design drafting.
• Understanding of civil engineering concepts and practices.
• Experience in drafting plans for road construction.

Responsibilities

• Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems.
• Draft plans and detailed drawings for road projects.
• Provide updates on drawing completion and workload.

Skills

Proficient in AutoCAD

Civil 3D understanding

MicroStation experience

Time management skills

Detail-oriented

Education

Associate’s Degree in Design Technology or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

MicroStation

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams)

Job description

Janssen & Spaans Engineering (JSE) is looking for a Senior CAD Technician (DET) to join our team! This role provides engineering excellence, plans, identifies, prioritizes, tracks and monitors tasks and sequences in the process to produce the desired outcome. The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in Design Technology, Applied Science, or alternate applicable degree and six (6) or more years’ experience in performing engineering design drafting on road projects, including but not limited to:

Road:

• Interstates, Highways, and Freeways
• Various Intersections Including Roundabouts
• Interchange Layout
• Hydrology

Job Description:

• Produce drawings using computer-assisted drafting systems: AutoCAD or MicroStation (Preferred)
• Experience with AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation, InRoads, GuideSign, GeoPak design and related drafting software
• Follow client, JSE, and Department of Transportation (DOT) and ASHTO codes and standards
• Draft plans and detailed drawings for road construction and miscellaneous projects
• Read construction and engineering documents to assist with creation of shop drawings
• Provide timely updates for drawing completion and workload

Desired Skills and Experience:

• Over six (6) years’ experience in related field
• Understanding and application of civil engineering concepts and practices
• Proficient in AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and/or MicroStation/Bentley, and related drafting software
• Understanding of Microsoft Office applications i.e., Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams
• Work independently and coordinate effectively with multi-disciplined project teams
• Effective time management skills to meet deadlines
• Experience with traffic and signage detail (preferred but not required)
• Detail-oriented

A culmination of Road and Bridge Engineers, CAD Techs, Surveyors, and Project Managers, JSE thrives on pushing the industry forward one project at a time. Led by an excellent leadership team and a strong supporting staff, JSE continues to grow in the Transportation and Structural Engineering industry. JSE offers absolute commitment to provide the highest quality road, bridge, and small structure design services to ensure that INDOT’S needs are continuously met, and the required submittals are delivered on schedule.

We strive to support our team members everyday through excellent communication and optional, quarterly, all-inclusive team outings to sporting events, entertainment venues, and holiday celebrations.

JSE offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision and life insurance. Our package also offers flexible spending accounts, health savings account, and 401(k) with an Employee Stock Ownership Program.