What are the responsibilities and job description for the CAD Designer position at Addison Group?
Title: CAD Designer
Location: Elmhurst, IL
Salary: $60000 - $75000 / year Benefits
The CAD Designer is an important member of the Design team. We are seeking a talented CAD designer with experience in designing Fire Protection Systems. Experience in that space would be ideal.
Job Responsibilities
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Location: Elmhurst, IL
Salary: $60000 - $75000 / year Benefits
The CAD Designer is an important member of the Design team. We are seeking a talented CAD designer with experience in designing Fire Protection Systems. Experience in that space would be ideal.
Job Responsibilities
- Review construction contract documents and coordinate with the Sales Team to gather essential information for designing fire alarm systems.
- Design layouts for fire alarm systems across various structures.
- Occasionally, conduct field surveys to identify code issues and develop solutions.
- Attend coordination and job progress meetings.
- Create stock listings for system components for the project submittal and installation.
- Ensure smooth handoff of job information between departments.
- Produce drawings and calculations for authorities having jurisdiction (AHJs), owners, architects, engineers, and insurance companies.
- Identify project scope changes impacting cost, schedule, and labor.
- Foster positive relationships with the Sales Team to ensure their expectations are met.
- Maintain ongoing communication and collaboration.
- Demonstrate attention to detail with a focus on accuracy and quality.
- Read and interpret construction blueprints effectively.
- Stay self-motivated and prioritize tasks to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
- Adhere to safety rules and demonstrate good work habits.
- Follow company policies and procedures.
- Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- 3-5 years minimum experience in CAD Engineering
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Knowledge of building codes.
- NICET Certification I is a plus and/or willingness to pursue NICET Certification is desired.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and reference check.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Health Insurance options of PPO, HMO, and HDHP/HSA
- Life Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Legal Shield / ID Shield
- IRS Section 125 Tax Savings Election
- 401K Plan
- 100% Employee Owned – ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Continuing Education Assistance Programs
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacations
- Direct Deposit
- Employee Referral Program
- Corporate Discounts
- Uniforms, as it may apply
- Company Clothing Discounts
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Salary : $60,000 - $75,000