Structures CAD Technician

Parametrix; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Bonding Leave

Job summary

Parametrix, a 100% employee-owned firm, is seeking a Structures CAD Technician to join our Southwest Transportation team. You will develop engineering plans, drawings, and construction documents for bridges and other transportation structures.

This hybrid position supports our California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico offices. The role requires interpreting engineering markups and producing accurate drawings while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or related field.
• 2+ years of CAD design or drafting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MicroStation or Civil 3D; experience with OpenRoads or InRoads is beneficial.
• Experience supporting transportation, bridge, or structural engineering projects preferred.
• Experience preparing plans for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, or similar transportation structures preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering markups and translate them into clear, accurate drawings.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to learn and grow as a drafter.

Responsibilities

• Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for bridge, retaining wall and other structural transportation projects.
• Prepare and revise plan sheets based on engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines.
• Use MicroStation, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads to create and maintain project drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines to support drawing reviews and incorporate feedback to maintain accuracy, quality, and consistency.

Skills

CAD design

MicroStation

Civil 3D

OpenRoads

InRoads

Bridge drafting

Transportation projects

Education

Associate degree in engineering technology or drafting

Tools

MicroStation

Civil 3D

OpenRoads

InRoads

Job description

About Parametrix

Parametrix is a 100% employee-owned consulting firm helping clients deliver resilient infrastructure, vibrant and livable communities, and environmentally sustainable solutions. We are a team of professional construction managers, engineers, management consultants, planners, scientists, and surveyors dedicated to delivering outstanding client service. We build lasting partnerships and collaborate with our clients to envision possibilities and create tomorrow, together. Recognized as a top workplace, we’re committed to a culture that values work-life balance, professional growth, and the well-being of our people.

About the Opportunity

We are looking for a Structures CAD Technician to join our Southwest Transportation team. In this role, you will help develop engineering plans, drawings, and construction documents for bridges and other transportation structures that support safe, reliable infrastructure in the communities we serve.

This position will be hybrid, supporting our California, Nevada, Utah, Arizona and New Mexico offices.

Your Role on the Team

• Develop CAD plans, details, and layouts for bridge, retaining wall and other structural transportation projects.
• Prepare and revise plan sheets based on engineering direction, design information, calculations, sketches, and redlines.
• Use MicroStation, Civil 3D, OpenRoads Designer, and InRoads to create and maintain project drawings.
• Coordinate with engineers, designers, project managers, and other disciplines to support drawing reviews and incorporate feedback to maintain accuracy, quality, and consistency.

What You Bring to the Team

• Associate degree in engineering technology, civil engineering, drafting, or a related field.
• 2+ years of CAD design or drafting experience preferred.
• Proficiency in MicroStation or Civil 3D; experience with OpenRoads or InRoads is beneficial.
• Previous experience supporting transportation, bridge, or structural engineering projects preferred.
• Experience preparing plans for bridges, retaining walls, culverts, or similar transportation structures preferred.
• Ability to interpret engineering markups and technical information and translate them into clear, accurate drawings.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and desire to learn and grow as a drafter.

Why Join Parametrix?

Employee Ownership & Great Benefits:

As a 100% employee-owned company, you will share in and contribute to Parametrix's success. You will earn stock in your Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) account and be an important contributor to our collective achievements.

Our Benefits include:

• Comprehensive Healthcare (medical, dental, vision, short- & long-term disability insurance)
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (financial profit sharing)
• Performance-based bonuses
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off (both vacation & sick/wellness time accruals)
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Bonding Leave

Exciting, Award-Winning Project Work:

Our work earns recognition for its innovation and positive impact on communities, giving you the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a difference. Learn more at https://www.parametrix.com/our-work/

Flexible Work Arrangements:

We understand the importance of work-life balance and offer flexible work arrangements to support our employee-owners' diverse needs. Whether it is hybrid, remote, or in-office, we provide options that allow you to work in a way that best suits your lifestyle while staying connected and engaged with your team.

Hourly Range: $60,000 USD - $110,000 USD

Compensation is determined by factors such as education, experience, location, and role. As employee-owners, we are eligible for performance-based bonuses and our salaries are reviewed annually. We value transparency and look forward to discussing our compensation structure.

Our Commitment to You

Parametrix is committed to being an inclusive workplace, where team members of all backgrounds and experiences are welcome. As an equal opportunity employer, it is our policy and culture to provide opportunities to all persons based on merit and fitness to perform job duties. Employment decisions are based solely on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, religion, age (40 or older, as protected under the ADEA), disability (including physical, mental, or sensory), genetic information (including testing and characteristics), protected veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws or regulations.

At Parametrix, we are dedicated to encouraging an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. We welcome and encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.