Structural CAD Technician - 3+ yrs - Hybrid in Brookfield

Energy Jobline ZR; Brookfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Paid time off

Medical insurance

401K plan

Job summary

raSmith is seeking a Structural CAD Technician with 3+ years of experience to prepare construction documents and perform CAD tasks for our Structural Services division. This role supports projects nationwide from multiple offices, with a hybrid home/office work arrangement.

The ideal candidate will have an Associate’s Degree in drafting technologies and strong AutoCAD skills, with Revit experience considered a plus. Join a team focused on quality, growth, and community impact.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in drafting technologies and at least 3 years of progressive AutoCAD experience.
• Thorough understanding of and proficiency using AutoCAD.
• Ability to learn and become proficient using other CAD and design software.
• Working knowledge of structural building components and assembly.

Responsibilities

• Prepares construction documents from data and specifications submitted by engineers.
• Utilizes computer aided drafting techniques to perform applicable work.
• Adds engineering markings to plan sets.
• Alters drawings to conform with engineering changes.
• Analyzes drawings to ensure accuracy.
• Coordinates work with Project Managers, Engineers, and other CAD Technicians.
• Completes preliminary design work with direction from engineers.

Skills

AutoCAD

Revit

Drafting

Structural concepts

Education

Associates Degree in drafting technologies

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDescription:

Enhance your career at raSmith as a Structural CAD Technician within the Cold-Formed Group in our Structural Services division and discover why we're ranked #5 as a Top Workplace.

raSmith is a growing multi-disciplinary consulting civil and structural engineering and land surveying firm with over 45 years of experience. We work with clients on projects nationwide from our six office locations in Wisconsin, Illinois, and California.

Are you ready to contribute your talents to a variety of projects that positively impact communities across the country? Consider this opportunity:

Structural CAD Technician - 3+ yrs - Primary Responsibilities:

• Prepares construction documents from data and specifications submitted by engineers
• Utilizes computer aided drafting techniques to perform applicable work
• Adds engineering markings to plan sets
• Alters drawings to conform with engineering changes
• Analyzes drawings to make sure they are accurate
• Marks drawings as necessary to indicate any changes that may be required to meet quality control standards
• Demonstrates an understanding of engineering concepts
• Utilizes software packages such as Revit and AutoCAD
• Coordinates work with Project Managers, Engineers, and other CAD Technicians
• Completes preliminary design work with direction from engineers
• Utilizes computer file management
• Other duties as assigned

Structural CAD Technician - 3+ yrs - Benefits:

raSmith has a strong history of maintaining a people-oriented culture that provides a great work-life balance and a highly competitive compensation and benefit package. We support and encourage professional development opportunities and provide career growth charts for our supervisors and employees.

Specific benefits include:

• Hybrid home/office-based environment with flexible work schedules
• Generous paid time off and 8 paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Medical/prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Wellness programs for health insurance savings
• Shield and LegalShield programs
• Life assistance programs
• Corporate wear reimbursementEmployee referral bonus
• 401K plan with immediate employee participation and generous company match
• Tuition and professional licensure/certification reimbursement program
• Paid memberships to professional organizations
• Paid seminars and conferences
• A variety of mentoring and training programs
• Company picnics, seasonal events, social, team-building and sporting opportunities

Requirements:

Structural CAD Technician - 3+ yrs - Skills and Requirements:

• Associates Degree in drafting technologies from a U.S. accredited school and a minimum of three (3) years progressive experience with AutoCAD. Additional Revit experience is a plus.
• Thorough understanding of and proficiency using AutoCAD
• Ability to learn and become proficient using other cad and design software
• Working knowledge of structural building components and assembly
• Applicable U.S. based work experience.

We are proud to be an EOE/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disabled employer. Visit raSmith.com to explore some of our projects, check out testimonials from staff and clients, and learn more about what makes us stand out in our industry.