CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D)

Overview

Do you want to build an impactful career to change the world for the better? 

Geosyntec is seeking a CAD Drafting Technician (Civil 3D) to support project needs in the Mount Pleasant, SC office. The selected candidate will perform computer-aided design and drafting (CADD) for a variety of civil, marine and coastal engineering design projects. We are seeking a motivated individual who can develop layouts, site plans and details for civil engineering projects, including marinas, dredging projects and related upland infrastructure. Projects also include integrating plans from sub-contractors and opportunities to contribute from the conceptual design stage through construction, including regulatory permitting.

Geosyntec is an innovative, international engineering and consulting firm serving private and public-sector clients to address new ventures and complex problems involving our environment, natural resources, and civil infrastructure. Our engineers, scientists, technical and project employees serve our clients from offices across the world. Ranked by ENR as one of the top environmental engineering design firms, Geosyntec is internationally known for its technical leadership, broad experience, and exceptional client service.

We invest in our people.  Each employee is unique, and your career at Geosyntec will be too.  We offer competitive pay and benefits, and well-being programs to support you and your family.

To Learn More Visit: http://www.geosyntec.com/careers/.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a CAD Civil3D software to develop design drawings;
• Draft, edit, & finalize technical drawings;
• Transfer information from an engineering drawing to a final CAD drawing using appropriate symbols and drafting standards;
• Analyze sketches, notes and other input material to determine best approach to complete drawings;
• Copy detailed plans and drawings and perform non-routine complex drafting assignments;
• Operate plotter, printer, scanner, and other input/output devices;
• Proofread CAD drawings for accuracy, format, and grammar; and
• Participate in CAD Action Group, by supporting, networking, and collaborating to improve CAD standards and efficiencies across the company.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school and a minimum of one (1) year experience performing CAD drafting work in a professional setting; or completion of an Associate’s Degree in Drafting; or equivalent experience and training that provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities. (required)
• Working knowledge of the latest releases of Autodesk AutoCAD Civil 3D. (required)
• A strong understanding of AutoCAD Civil 3D’s functionality, tools, and workflows specific to civil engineering projects. (required)
• Knowledge of general drafting standards and best practices. Understanding importance of layer control, file management, external references, blocks, details, plan and profile views. (required)
• Knowledge of civil engineering basics including sheet organization, topographical data, scales, and coordinate systems. (preferred)
• Experience developing and working with grading plans, cross-sections, alignments, profiles, three-dimensional surfaces, and earthwork volumes for large civil design projects. (preferred)
• Experience using/incorporating land or aerial surveying/mapping data and files. (preferred)
• Understanding of GIS and the ability to integrate GIS data into CAD drawings (preferred)
• Strong reasoning, mathematical, and geometrical skills. (required)
• Practical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Windows, Outlook, Word, and Excel. (required)
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record for business travel. (required)