Tekla Technician

MDS Staffing; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the design and manufacture of prefabricated steel pedestrian truss bridges is seeking a Tekla Technician. This role involves transitioning from 2D CAD drafting to 3D modeling using Tekla Structures, maintaining standards, and training personnel. Ideal candidates will have a drafting degree and proficiency in Tekla, with responsibilities including bridge plan development and ongoing modeling support.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Tekla Structures with proven experience.
• Familiarity with integrating Tekla with PowerFab.
• Experience with structural or bridge drafting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and produce bridge layout and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD.
• Develop and document Tekla modeling workflows.
• Model bridges in Tekla for fabrication.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Self-motivated

Ability to meet deadlines

Training ability

Education

2-year drafting or technician degree

Tools

Tekla Structures

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

Outlook

Teams

Excel

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $85,000.00/yr

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Company specializes in the design and manufacture of prefabricated steel pedestrian truss bridges. We are seeking a highly skilled Tekla Technician to lead our transition from 2D CAD drafting to 3D modeling using Tekla Structures, with integration into Trimble PowerFab.

This individual will begin by learning company's current AutoCAD based drafting processes and contributing to 2D bridge plan production. After demonstrating proficiency, the Tekla Technician will take ownership of implementing a Tekla based workflow — including developing modeling templates, setting standards, and creating processes that align with fabrication requirements. Long-term, this role will continue modeling bridges for fabrication, maintaining Tekla standards, and training drafting personnel.

B. Qualifications

Education

• 2-year drafting or technician degree (including Tekla training) preferred, but not required if Tekla proficiency can be demonstrated

Experience

• Proficiency in Tekla Structures with proven experience implementing Tekla workflows
• Familiarity with integrating Tekla with PowerFab and fabrication workflows
• Experience with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, Outlook, Teams, and Excel
• Prior exposure to structural or bridge drafting preferred

Skills

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of tasks without direct supervision
• Self-motivated and reliable — especially critical for remote work scenarios
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and maintain high productivity
• Ability to create and maintain custom templates and modeling standards
• Willingness to learn from current workflows and collaborate with the team
• Comfortable training and supporting drafting technicians

C. Responsibilities

Bridge Plan Development & CAD Drafting (Initial Phase)

• Learn company’s existing 2D AutoCAD-based drafting process for steel truss bridges
• Produce bridge layout and fabrication drawings using AutoCAD
• Identify opportunities for process improvements
• Develop and document Tekla modeling workflows and templates for bridge modeling
• Align Tekla outputs with PowerFab requirements and company’s fabrication processes
• Collaborate with team to ensure modeling efficiency and consistency

Ongoing Modeling & Support

• Model bridges in Tekla for fabrication and plan submittals
• Maintain and improve Tekla templates and standard parts library
• Train drafting staff on Tekla use and assist in troubleshooting issues

D. Work Arrangement

• Preference for onsite role in Minneapolis, Minnesota

E. Compensation

• Competitive salary based on experience, paid twice monthly
• Annual performance evaluation

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Design

• Industries

  Design Services, Civil Engineering, and Architectural and Structural Metal Manufacturing

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