Structural CAD Designer - Drafting + Growth Path

Dashiell; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dashiell, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Structural Designer in Dallas, TX to produce drafting and design work under supervision, supporting the structural design team on projects for electric infrastructure. The role focuses on creating drawings, basic calculations, and assisting senior designers.

You will work from our Dallas office, contribute to CAD deliverables, learn codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC), and collaborate with teammates to ensure accurate, timely design

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or technical certificate in drafting, engineering technology, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of drafting and design experience in structural or related field.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and/or MicroStation; experience with discipline-specific design software is a plus.
• Basic knowledge of structural design including foundations, framing, and detailing per ACI/AISC/ASCE/IBC standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare structural engineering drawings and CAD documents under close supervision of senior designers.
• Assist in the development of design packages including plans, details, and specifications.
• Perform basic quantity take-offs and material lists from design drawings.
• Maintain drawing files and project documentation in compliance with company standards.
• Review drawings for accuracy and completeness prior to submittal to supervisor.
• Coordinate with team members to ensure consistency across drawing sets.
• Learn and apply applicable structural codes, standards, and company design guidelines.
• Assist CAD Admin group to set up and implement customer standards.
• Assist CAD Admin group in developing and controlling CADD libraries and standards.
• Take personal responsibility for the quality and accuracy of his/her work.
• Travel for short periods of time as required by projects and assignments.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

Skills

Detail oriented

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Ability to learn BIM process

Education

Associate degree or technical certificate in drafting/engineering tech

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Dashiell, a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Structural Designer in Dallas, TX to produce drafting and design work under supervision, supporting the structural design team on projects for electric infrastructure. The role focuses on creating drawings, basic calculations, and assisting senior designers.

You will work from our Dallas office, contribute to CAD deliverables, learn codes and standards (ACI, AISC, ASCE, IBC), and collaborate with teammates to ensure accurate, timely design